Chap 1.9: Appropriateness of management style

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The appropriateness of management styles depends on which factors?

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Factors include:
P.E.T.T
- Preference of manager
- Experience of employees
- Task nature
- Time

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TIME

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The length of time available for decision-making influences the management style.

- Limited time favors autocratic or persuasive styles, while

- Extended time allows for consultative, participative, or laissez-faire styles.

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EXPERIENCE OF EMPLOYEES

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-Autocratic and persuasive styles suit inexperienced employees, while

-Consultative, participative, and laissez-faire styles suit highly experienced employees.

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NATURE OF TASK

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-Simple tasks may use autocratic or persuasive styles, while

-Complex tasks benefit from consultative, participative, or laissez-faire styles.

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PREFERENCE OF MANAGER

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-Managers with high control desire may choose autocratic or persuasive styles, while

-Those with low control desire may prefer consultative, participative, or laissez-faire styles.