An analysis of the leadership organizational styles

Abstract

Leadership has been the target of research aimed at organizational behavior since the thirties. This research conceptualizes and analyzes the styles of leadership in organizations, noting that leadership is essentially equal in all functions of business. It was studied the democratic, autocratic and laissez faire styles. The research hás been based on concepts of renowned authors, aiming to identify what leadership style is most appropriate at present within the organizational context. Addressed the definitions of leadership, leader and their main characteristics. It is a basic research with no practical application, but in order to generate knowledge of universal interests. It was identified that the democratic style is the best leadership one, proving that this is the most appropriate organizational space today.