Your Brain at Work Trends in Leadership Now: A Discussion of Leadership Styles – and How to Develop a Style That Drives Performance
Mar 14, 2025
Dive into the fascinating realm of leadership styles! Discover the key differences between servant and authoritarian leaders, and how these styles shape team dynamics. Learn about the role of humor and adaptability in leadership effectiveness. Explore the psychological impacts of decision-making during crises, and how leadership approaches evolve with workplace changes. The discussion wraps up with insights into fostering ongoing leadership conversations and the science behind navigating difficult discussions.
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Authoritarian vs Servant Leadership
- Authoritarian leaders rely on control and obedience, centralizing power to maintain authority.
- Servant leaders focus on moral-based leadership, prioritizing others' growth and ethical treatment.
Servant Leadership Outperforms Authoritarian
- Servant leadership has strong evidence for better creativity, engagement, and financial performance.
- Authoritarian leadership may yield short-term financial gains but often results in high employee turnover.
Brain Trade-off in Leadership Focus
- Leaders rarely excel equally at goal-focused and people-focused competencies.
- Brain networks for goals and people often inhibit each other, limiting simultaneous focus.