Most leaders have a preferred leadership style—an approach that feels natural, proven, and familiar. If an approach helped you succeed before, it’s natural to rely on it again. But that comfort can become a liability. The challenge is, people often default to familiar behaviors without even realizing it. In the moment, it’s rarely obvious whether a situation calls for consistency … Read More
7 Key Leadership Styles Explained: Strengths, Best Uses, and Risks of Overuse
Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. The idea that leaders must adapt their approach based on context, people, and objectives dates back to psychologist Kurt Lewin, who in the 1930s introduced one of the earliest models of leadership styles: authoritarian, democratic, and laissez-faire. Since then, the concept has evolved significantly, but the core insight remains the same—effective leaders flex their style to meet … Read More