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Different Situations Require Different Leadership Styles

Article Category: Advice

Author Name: Cindy Jeffrey

Merriam Webster defines leadership as "the power or ability to lead other people." Some people believe that leadership is an inborn trait, but, the fact is, it's an ability. It is a skill that is not innate but learned. Many people may be seen as good leaders for their contributions on the same public policy campaigns. And with good reason, other leaders want to emulate the characteristics of these great people. Often the question is, "How do they do it so well?"

The tendency is to look for one ideal style for leading public policy advocacy campaigns. It's worth considering that perhaps there is no one "ideal" but several "ideals" instead. In looking at the skills demonstrated by effective and influential leaders, you can't pinpoint one "ideal" leadership style that make advocates effective. The reality is that people have different skills, and different skills may come to the forefront depending on what situation they're in, as well.

One ability of a good leader is the awareness to the approach that best fits a specific situation. There are many leadership styles practiced all over the world. Below, however, are some of the more popular ways of leading:

Authoritarian
Authoritarian leadership is famously associated with the military as it often involves the use of force — a style of dictators. Today, this style has become infamous because of the way it has been shown to deprive people of their freedom. Undoubtedly, given the power of the dictator, there will always be an inclination for abuse.

Dictatorships became popular during the second half of the 20th century, and consequently, the world saw a rise in human rights violations. Authoritarian leadership however, despite its unpopularity, might be extremely effective in situations which call for a radical change such as civil unrest.

Democratic
Democratic leadership is the more popular style adapted by countries. Although the democratic style is generally characterized as pro social equality with an emphasis on dialogue and discourse, there is no blueprint for democratic leadership. It is a leadership style where the decisionmaking rests upon the vote of the majority. In a democracy, public policy making is not exclusive but representative.

Paternalistic
The paternalistic leadership style can be likened to a father-child relationship, where the father is deeply respected and responds to the need of the child. On the other hand, the loyal child constantly strives to help the father achieve his goals. This leadership style is usually used by small villages and tribe-like societies, where the leader is the father figure.

Laissez Faire
In this leadership style, the leader leaves his followers to decide on their own. The leader tries to give minimal direction to the followers for them to think what is best. This leadership style may be good for a team with competent members but will not be ideal for followers looking for a more authoritative leader.

Transactional
A transactional style works in a system of rewards and punishments. If effective, a member is rewarded, but if inefficient, negative consequences can ensue. Depending on the kind of people the leader is working with, this might be effective or not.

In the final analysis, there is no one blueprint for leadership. One must be aware of one's leadership style and always be sensitive to the situation called for—listen and then respond: that is leadership.

Keywords: strategic planning, coalition building, leadership, leadership training, advocacy, media advocacy, policy advocacy, advocacy campaigns

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