Comparing Leadership Theories in Midsize Manufacturing Companies: Why Transformational Models of Leadership May Be Best Suited For Managers

by Eric J. Guignard

Overview

Comparing Leadership Theories in Midsize Manufacturing Companies: Why Transformational Models of Leadership May Be Best Suited For Managers

Abstract: This literature review analyzes and compares several theories of leadership as they pertain to management within a midsize manufacturing company or similar institution. Trait Approach, Style Approach, Transactional-Transformational, and Leader-Member styles are each reviewed in terms of benefit and compatibility within the organization. After comparison, the transformational model of leadership is determined to be best suited within the target environment.

Keywords: leadership; theories; motivation; organization; organizational leadership; transactional; transformational; management; business

Word Count: 2,734 (literature review only)

Product Details

BN ID:	2940012646965
Publisher:	Eric J. Guignard
Publication date:	08/03/2010
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	14 KB

About the Author

Eric J. Guignard is a 35 year old author living in Southern California, USA. He writes fiction short stories in the genres of horror, speculative fiction, and young adult. He also writes research and knowledge-base articles in genealogy research, woodworking, and ecology. Eric holds a Bachelor Degree in Advertising and a Master Degree in Public Administration. Eric is married and father to an adventuresome infant son. Please visit Eric at www.ericjguignard.com.