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15 Leadership Styles Defined

Here are the definitions of leadership styles from the Portrait of a Dynamic Leader Assessment Tool.

Transformational

Inspires and motivates others to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Situational

Adapts leadership styles based on the needs of the team.

Strategic

Focuses on long-erm goals and vision.

Participative

Involves team members in decision-making processes.

Charismatic

Uses charm and personality to influence and inspires followers.

Servant

Prioritizes the needs and development of the team.

Transactional

Focuses on exchanges between leader and followers, rewarding performance.

Bureaucratic

Adheres strictly to rules and procedures.

Task-Oriented

Prioritizes tasks and goals, focusing on efficiency.

Visionary

Has a clear, compelling vision for the future.

Collaborative

Emphasizes teamwork, cooperation, and open communications.

Creative

Encourages innovation and original thinking.

Ethical

Prioritizes doing what is right and maintaining integrity.

Relational

Builds strong, positive relationships with team members.

Decisive

Makes clear and timely decisions.

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