QUESTION FOUR [20] LEADERSHIP AND HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELPOMENT

There's an argument to be made that past business models were somewhat Machiavellian in nature, with the idea that it was better to be feared than loved when it came to company leadership styles. The image of the self-assured, overly confident manager was predominant in the media and propaganda of the 1950s all the way up to the late '90s. But conventional wisdom rebukes this heavy-handed mentality in favour of a more egalitarianand kinderwork environment helmed by a more thoughtful leader, one who considers more than just the bottom line.

1.Describing the factors that shape leadership styles and their evolution, such as:

The organizational culture and values, which can influence the expectations and norms of leadership behaviors.

The external environment and stakeholders, which can demand different forms of leadership depending on the industry, market, and society.

The personal traits and experiences of leaders, which can shape their attitudes and beliefs about leadership and influence their leadership styles.

Providing examples of contemporary organizations that have adopted different leadership styles and the outcomes of their choices. This may include: