STUDY TO EXAMINE THE INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP STYLE ON EFFECTIVENESS OF TEAMS IN ORGANIZATIONS

Abstract

Purpose - The purpose of the study is to understand different styles of leadership and the influence they have on the effectiveness of teams. It also aims to understand how these styles of leadership affect the effectiveness of the teams in an organization and the functioning of the organization. The study can guide supervisors to take necessary measures to improve effectiveness of the team and to choose which leadership style is more appropriate for the given situation and team. The crucial factors are considered as the variables and the variations can throw light on the relationships of the factors under study.

Approach/ methodology – Two separate questionnaires were used for the collection of data.The First one is for Styles of leadership which is developed by was developed by Clark, D.R. (2004) (Concepts of leadership) based on Managerial Grid Model prepared by Blake and Mouton and the second one is for effectiveness of the team developed by Mind Tools in year 1996. The questionnaires were administered to employees of various departments in various Information Technology (IT) companies in India to collect the relevant data.

Findings - ‘Perception Team Effectiveness Amongst team members’ and ‘Perceived Leadership style expressed by team leader’ were observed to be strongly and positively correlated. It can be observed that though both variables are positively correlated, significant statistical appropriation may not be advisable as indicated by Chi Square value. While the correlations are strong but statistical procedure also indicates that they are not necessarily statistically significant.

Research limitations – one of the potential constraints of this study is that does not capture the effects over long periods of time.

Practical Implications – IT Industry Managers today need to adopt the best way to motivate employees, utilizing either the relational or the psychological approach. This sector has been instrumental to transform the way India is perceived on the global platform in terms of our intellect, technology and know-how. They should follow the best leadership style to bring maximum effectiveness of the team. Furthermore, leaders must understand the importance of the Team

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Effectiveness study that would help them leverage better performance, productivity and loyalty among employees. Originality/value – The thesis fulfills an identified need to study different styles of leadership and the influence they have on the effectiveness of teams.