Tannenbaum-Schmidt Continuum
A model showing leadership styles on a spectrum from fully autocratic to fully democratic.
Real World
During the 2008 financial crisis, Barclays CEO John Varley shifted toward an autocratic position on the continuum — making rapid, centralised decisions without consulting middle management to stabilise the bank quickly.
Exam Focus
Always justify your chosen position on the continuum using context factors (urgency, team skill, trust) — do not just name a style.
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