More recently, in a meta-analysis of 23 studies on the impact of leadership styles on productivity, democratic leadership was found to be more effective (compared to autocratic leadership) on ...

Every leadership decision today feels like a political statement, making it harder than ever for leaders to know what to say, how to lead, or even which are the best leadership styles. Just a few ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Murphy covers leadership, hiring and employee engagement. Crises are rarely a matter of “if” but rather “when.” Whether it’s ...

Choosing the right management style is essential for fostering a productive workplace. The most effective leaders understand that management is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, it requires ...

At the executive level, a consistent leadership style is often seen as a virtue. “That’s just how she leads,” becomes shorthand for clarity and decisiveness. However, take that same consistency and ...

Transformational leadership is a powerful approach that inspires and motivates teams to achieve more than they thought possible. For ambitious professionals aiming for six-figure roles and higher, ...

Transactional leadership is falling behind. One leadership style that is increasingly irrelevant in this new era is transactional leadership. Focused on rigid structures, task monitoring, and ...

When it comes to leadership are you an overbearing tyrant, a nit-picking micro-manager, a dictator who rules with an iron fist?

Leadership is more than just holding a title. It’s about how you inspire, motivate and guide those around you. Are you a visionary, always thinking big and motivating others with grand ideas? Or are ...