This document discusses three types of leadership styles: autocratic leaders who make decisions without input, laissez-faire leaders who allow the group to do most of the work, and democratic leaders who involve the group in decision making. It notes the advantages and disadvantages of each style, such as autocratic leaders making faster decisions but not valuing others' opinions. The conclusion encourages the reader to communicate effectively as a leader and help develop other leaders.

1. Understanding “YOUR”
Leadership Style
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VP of Public Relations
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2. What is Leadership?
Organizing a GROUP of people
to ACHIEVE one COMMON
goal.
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3. There are 3 Types of Leaders
1. Do What “I” Say
2. Whatever “You” Say
3. Come One “In”
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4. Do What “I” Say Leaders
Also Known as
Autocratic
Authoritarian
Dictators
Disadvantages
Do not Entertain Suggestions
Not Interested in Opinions
Advantages
Helps the Leader feel
Empowered
Decisions are madeD.Faster MBA
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5. Whatever “YOU” Say Leaders
Also Known as
Laissez-faire
Free Rein
Disadvantages
Leader is not knowledgeable
Group Does all the Work &
Leader takes all the credit
Advantages
Group gains experience
Leader allows creativity
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6. Come On “In” Leaders
Also Known as
Democratic
Participative
Disadvantages
Can be time consuming
Leader may be swayed
Advantages
Group provides input
Group feels valued
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7. Be the BEST Leader You CAN Be!
“The Art of Communication
IS The Language of Leadership.”
-James C. Humes

8. Building One Leader at a Time!
Chisa D. Pennix-Brown, MBA
VP of Public Relations
Speakerpreneur Toastmasters
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