LEADING AND MANAGING PEOPLE

Management Style

The behaviours in the table below show how you can demonstrate the skill of Management Style at each of the competency levels in which it appears. Click on the plus sign to show the behaviours at that level.

Click here to read more about how the competency levels work.

Resources

Below you will find learning resources to help you develop the skill of Management Style. Click on the links to access the resources.

PDFs
Choosing the Right Management Style
Different employees require different leadership styles, sometimes at different points in their careers. The model outlined in this PDF explains four leadership styles based on the level of task engagement and relationship engagement required for each. The ability to shift between them as and when required will make you more adaptable to the needs of your team.

Delegation Checklist
This PDF will take you through a process to make it easier to delegate tasks, taking into account your frame of mind, the purpose of the delegation, what information you need, and how you might structure the discussion. It will help you delegate more consistently and effectively.
VIDEOS
ON THE JOB ACTIONS

Styles
Read 'Choosing the Right Management Style(s)' and decide which style to use with each member of your team. Review this decision regularly, as individuals’ needs may change.


Delegating
Delegating is one of the management styles. However, you can delegate to people even if you are using the Supporting or even Coaching styles. You just do it with more time spent on either the task explanation or on feedback, following the advice in 'Choosing the Right Management Style(s)'. Refer to the 'Delegation Checklist' for other tips. You will find it in the skill Delegating and Empowerment.