Some managers have mastered different leadership styles and use them a

QUESTION

Some managers have mastered different leadership styles and use them as assorted tools, chosen to fit different situations. When might an autocratic approach work better than a free-rein approach?

What will be an ideal response?

ANSWER

Answer: A manager might want to use an autocratic approach when dealing with a new employee whose judgment has been shown to be questionable or who doesn’t know much about the organization yet.
Explanation: The autocratic approach can be effective in organizations or with employees who lack focus.