surrounding autocracies‚ we find that the selectorate theory provides a complete and overarching explanation for the longevity of autocratic leaders. Approaching the selectorate theory through both its intrinsic and extrinsic role‚ it demonstrates that durability can be achieved in various ways. Subsequently‚ there is no set criteria that can explain the longevity of autocratic leaders. Rather‚ the two dimensions of the selectorate and the winning coalition proposed by BdM et al. (1999) explain longevity
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Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour: Introduction: Organisational Behaviour (in short called as OB) is concerned with the study of the behaviour and interaction of people in restricted or organised settings. It involves understanding people and predicting their behaviour‚ and knowledge of the means by which their behaviour is influenced and shaped. Organisations are bodies or entities created for a stated purpose They may consist of one or more people. In the case of a sole trader or single operator
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PUBLIC POLICY Policy has been defined as a set of decision taken by a political leader or group (commanding authority of implementation) concerning the selection of goals and the methods of attaining them within a specified situation. Frequently-cited definition of “policy” is given by political scientist Carl J. Fredrick who regards policy as a proposed course of action of a persons‚ group‚ or government within a given environment providing obstacles and opportunities which the policy was proposed
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Autocratic An autocratic management style is one where the manager makes decisions unilaterally‚ and without much regard for subordinates. As a result‚ decisions will reflect the opinions and personality of the manager‚ which in turn can project an image of a confident‚ well managed business. On the other hand‚ strong and competent subordinates may chafe because of limits on decision-making freedom‚ the organization will get limited initiatives from those "on the front lines"‚ and turnover among
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to three main leadership styles which are autocratic‚ democratic and laissez-faire. Each type of leadership can be applied depending upon each organization and in some circumstances. Every leadership styles have their own characteristics which have both strangeness and weakness. Therefore the differences of structures and cultures in organization are needed to be considered as well. Autocratic style The first type of leadership is called autocratic style; this style is used when leaders tell
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RESONANCE 2011‚ 75th Year Celebrations at Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Politics‚ Business and Bureaucracy – A Fatal Triangle - Rajesh Sridhar Politicians are a class of people who represent the citizens of a country. Their agenda is the agenda of the people they represent; rather that should be the case. They serve the people at the highest level. An able politician is one who understands what people want‚ one who is in tune with the cause and stands up for that cause and serves unconditionally
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Introduction: Have you ever been told‚ “Do it this way or don’t do it at all?” if so do you know what type of leadership or management style this. Well today‚ I’m going to inform you about four different type of management styles; democratic‚ autocratic‚ paternalistic‚ and laissez-faire. Also‚ I am going to explain the advantages and disadvantages of each management style. Main Point 1: Democratic Management Style A. What is it? a. According to Building a Management Style‚
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Quality of work is often higher quality than with autocratic or persuasive leadership styles and more team members are likely to contribute. However‚ this style is not without its drawbacks. The decision making process often will take longer‚ because more individuals are involved‚ unless processes are put in place to streamline the overall flow. The consultative style of leadership is more along the lines of a democratic leadership style vs. an autocratic or persuasive leadership style. The consultative
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Changes to Police Leadership Randy L. Conyers University of Central Florida 1 Leadership Theories and Change 2 Abstract Throughout the history of law enforcement‚ leaders have used many different styles to lead employees. From the early styles of Autocratic and Laissez-Faire to Participative (democratic)‚ Transactional and Transformational leadership. Leadership within policing has evolved over the years in some organizations to a more participative style and yet there are still leaders who cling to
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Assess the following statement: ‘The October Manifesto marked the formal end of autocratic government; for the first time the Tsar was forced to share his law-making powers’ The October Manifesto was a vague but insincere promise of political reform‚ issued by Tsar Nicholas II at the height of the 1905 Revolution (J. Llewellyn et al‚ “The October Manifesto).The Manifesto‚ a document proposed by Sergei Witte‚ which demanded civil liberties and the creation of a Duma‚ was an important stage in the
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