The Importance of motivational theories on Leadership and Organizational Culture
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For example, it is effective during disasters or dealing with under performing employees, usually as a last resort. Under those conditions, the immediate compliance with an order or instruction quickens the road to recovery. Unfortunately, Goldman's research indicates this style has a very negative impact on the overall work climate. This style provides little opportunity for reward, and by demanding compliance with orders, it removes from workers all responsibilities for their individual actions.” (http://www.money-zine.com/definitions/career-dictionary/coercive-leadership-style/)
One of the pros of this style of leadership is that the employees will proceed through given tasks with impressive efficiency. This is very useful during times of crisis. This mode could also be a good way to deal with an employee who is not up to par in performance after other avenues have been exhausted. On the contrary, this type of leader will be seen as more a drill sergeant rather than a manager which in turn would detour innovation, creativity or any idea that could come from a team member. Also, this would increase the turn over rate and make the employees feel over worked and …show more content…
Everyone is given the opportunity to participate, ideas are exchanged freely and discussion is encouraged”. (http://psychology.about.com/od/leadership/f/democratic-leadership.htm) When employees are involved in the decision-making process, they may be more enthused to do the work. Therefore many of the employees who work under a democratic leader may be less likely to fight change. It can also be a good style for bringing out the best in a team, with the best ideas on the plate in all situations, rather than just the best idea from a single person. On the contrary, The democratic leader may struggle in difficult times when decisions need to be made quickly, or when employees are unavailable for comment. The system also has weak points when team members have differing opinions on the best way