4-1: Explain leadership philosophies.

4-2: Discuss the authoritarian, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles.

4-3: Describe how leadership styles function in practice.
 

Chapter outline:

Introduction

Leadership Philosophy Explained

Theory X

Theory Y

Leadership Styles Explained

Authoritarian Leadership Style

Democratic Leadership Style

Laissez-Faire Leadership Style

Leadership Snapshot: Victoria Ransom

Leadership Styles in Practice

Summary