as they arise. Drawing on all the expertise within the organisation The leaders must utilise all team member skills and experience when taking decisions. Determining the structure of the organisation Leaders are directly responsible for the control and hierarchies. The leader determines lines of communication and control, and will be instrumental in the shaping of the culture of the business. Acting as role models Leaders set examples for the employees and other individuals with in an organisation. What are the leadership styles? There are six main leadership styles; leaders often have a combination of some or all of these styles. Autocratic- leaders will make decisions without the consultation of anyone else, can be very de motivating and alienate themselves with staff etc. bureaucratic -- this type of leadership follows a close set of standards e.g. would be construction or pharmacology Charismatic -- this is based on the leader's ability to communicate and behave in ways that reach followers. Examples of this type of leaders are John F Kennedy, Mahatma Ghandi and even Richard Branson Laissez faire- is a "let be" mentality of management, often found in less developed or developing countries, this style of leadership can be useful in creative business. Persuasive- this style is focused on the drive to succeed, preservation of the team and common gaols and objectives. Participative- these leaders will involve their team in all aspects of the job and in making some key decisions. Theories of Leadership Mintzbergs 10 Managerial Roles Informational Roles Keeping abreast