Naman, a leader of XLA group allows his subordinates to take an active part in decision-making and he also listens to the grievances and suggestions of subordinates. Identify the style of leadership highlighted in the case and state some of its advantages.

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Democratic style of leadership. Some of the main advantages are:

(i) This style of leadership improves the morale of subordinates.

(ii) It develops the positive attitude among subordinates.

(iii) An employee feels motivated as he is participating in decision-making.

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Naman, a leader of XLA group allows his subordinates to take an active part in decision-making and he also listens to the grievances and suggestions of subordinates. Identify the style of leadership highlighted in the case and state some of its advantages.

Democratic style of leadership. Some of the main advantages are: (i) This style of leadership improves the morale of subordinates. (ii) It develops the positive attitude among subordinates. (iii) An employee feels motivated as he is participating in decision-making.

Democratic style of leadership. Some of the main advantages are:

(i) This style of leadership improves the morale of subordinates.

(ii) It develops the positive attitude among subordinates.

(iii) An employee feels motivated as he is participating in decision-making.