you have a request from multiple members of your team, 5 in total, for the same time off for annual lave however in order to continue to run the operations correctly only 2 will be given the time off requested, which style leadership will you apply
As team members have requested for same time off, while only few will be granted so as to run the operations correctly. As other team member's request will be denied therefore most effective leadership style in this situation will be :
a. Autocratic leadership style : As in this situation leader must take the decision on their own without consulting the employees for the betterment of the organization and to avoid negative impact upon operations. Even though it is an least effective leadership style as leader holds all authority but in some cases, leader needs to use this leadership style so as to discipline employees, to follow guidelines, policies and procedures of the organization.
you have a request from multiple members of your team, 5 in total, for the same...
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