What types of leaders and leadership approaches are there?

There are many leadership approaches, but I will mention five of them:

1. Autocratic - means aggressive leadership which is based on control. Leader uses militant-like style by giving orders without their feedback or any kind of cooperation. It is rarely effective, only in military where many jobs have life or death consequences.

2. Laissez-Faire leadership - it is opposite from autocratic and gives authority to employees. They are allowed to work as they want. This leadership has major benefits for creative environment, but it lacks discipline and structure.

3. Transformative - perfect for business because leaders are often inspiring with a big vision that encourages workers to think critically. These leaders are charismatic and motivating, they empower followers.

4. Hands-on, participant leadership - is collaborative, takes employee opinion in decision-making process. It is very effective, but it does not happen quickly. Decision is thorough and well-considered, but not necessarily timely.

5. Transactional - involves exchange process where followers get tangible rewards for carrying out leader's orders. There must be clear instructions what is expected from followers and how to meet those expectations.

Source: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/5-different-types-leadership-styles-17584.html