Before revision: The table below compares task-oriented and relationship-oriented leadership styles side-by-side: Task-Oriented Relationship-Oriented Emphasis on work facilitation Emphasis on interaction facilitation Focus on structure, roles and tasks Focus on relationships, well-being and motivation Produce desired results is a priority Foster positive relationships is a priority Emphasis on goal-setting and a clear plan to achieve goals Emphasis on team members and communication within Strict use of schedules and step-by-step plans, and a punishment/incentive system Communication facilitation, casual interactions and frequent team meetings Mixed conclusions have risen from studies that try to determine the effects of task-oriented and relationship-oriented leadership: some show that relationship-oriented leadership produces greater productivity, while some show that task-oriented leaders create greater group efficacy.
After revision: The table below compares task-oriented and task-oriented leadership styles side-by-side: Task-Oriented Relationship-Oriented Emphasis on work facilitation Emphasis on interaction facilitation Focus on structure, roles and tasks Focus on relationships, well-being and motivation Produce desired results is a priority Foster positive relationships is a priority Emphasis on goal-setting and a clear plan to achieve goals Emphasis on team members and communication within Strict use of schedules and step-by-step plans, and a punishment/incentive system Communication facilitation, casual interactions and frequent team meetings Mixed conclusions have risen from studies that try to determine the effects of relation-oriented and relationship-oriented leadership: some show that relationship-oriented leadership produces greater productivity, while some show that task-oriented leaders create greater group efficacy.