GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the follow is not an advantage of autocratic management style?
A
Decision making is quick
B
Communication is direct
C
Decision making is done with employees
D
High regard for efficiency
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -One of the biggest disadvantages of exercising autocratic leadership is that it can result in low employee morale.

Detailed explanation-2: -Some cons of autocracy can include: Leaders facing high pressure: In an autocracy, leaders hold all the responsibility to make decisions, which can lead them to feel stressed, pressured and overwhelmed.

Detailed explanation-3: -Decisions can be made very quickly. Organisational goals are reached unambiguously. There is a clear chain of command. Productivity can greatly improve. Creativity can be stifled. Not everyone feels aligned with the vision. Autonomy is reduced. Morale can be negatively impacted.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lack of group input. Sometimes the best ideas come from group discussions. Less feedback from subordinates. Autocracies’ top-down approach to management can also discourage feedback from lower-level employees. Employee morale can suffer. Leaders feel the pressure. 03-Oct-2022

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