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Business Management · Management Styles
Management styles describe how managers make decisions and interact with staff. Styles range from autocratic (top-down) to laissez-faire (hands-off). The 'best' style depends on the situation, staff, and task urgency.
Key terms
- Autocratic — Manager makes all decisions; staff follow instructions.
- Consultative — Manager seeks input from staff before deciding.
- Laissez-faire — Staff have full autonomy; the manager rarely intervenes.
Memory trick: A-P-C-P-L: Autocratic → Persuasive → Consultative → Participative → Laissez-faire (most to least control).
Common mistake: Confusing 'consultative' with 'participative' — consultative gathers opinions but the manager decides; participative shares the decision.
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