The manager of a hospital unit has unilaterally decided on a change in the way that overtime is distributed among the nursing staff and has followed up this decision with an e-mail to all employees. What leadership style is exemplified by this manager?
A) Participative leadership
B) Permissive leadership
C) Laissez-faire leadership
D) Autocratic leadership
Ans: D
In autocratic or authoritarian leadership, the leader/manager makes the majority of
the decisions without direct consultation with employees. Laissez-faire or permissive leadership
occurs when little or no direction or guidance is provided. Participative leadership involves
extensive input from employees.
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