The four main leadership styles are autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire, and transformational. Autocratic leaders make decisions independently, with little team input. Democratic (or participative) leaders seek team involvement and shared responsibility.
Laissez-faire leaders offer minimal guidance, giving teams full autonomy. Transformational leaders focus on inspiring and motivating their teams toward big-picture goals. Each style has strengths and weaknesses, and effective leaders often adapt their approach based on the situation, team dynamics, and desired outcomes.
