Missy and Jared are coworkers at Awards Unlimited, a company that

designs and sells corporate recognition items such as trophies and plaques.

Missy is the manager in charge of design and production. Jared manages

the sales and marketing departments. Eduardo Sanchez, the owner, feels cofident that the company is in good hands with Missy and Jared. He is

confident away most of the time researching new markets. Missy enjoys her work. She likes the freedom to select the design equipment and raw materials. As long as she can justify her decisions to Mr. Sanchez, no questions are asked. Jared works long hours, but he enjoys the responsibility he has for making sales and marketing decisions. He meets with Mr. Sanchez periodically, and

they talk about market fluctuations and how best to meet customer needs. Mr. Sanchez is very complimentary of the work of Missy and Jared and

pleased with their initiative and ability to work without close supervision.

1. What kind of leadership style is at work in this scenario?

2.How well is it working?

3.What leadership style do you think Missy and Jared use with employees who report to them?