The characteristic way in which a manager or leader guides, motivates, and supervises their employees.
example
Ihr kooperativer Führungsstil sorgt für ein positives Arbeitsklima im Team.
Her cooperative leadership style creates a positive working atmosphere in the team.
Usage tips
Word composition
This word is made up of 'Führung' (leadership) and 'Stil' (style), connected by an 's' (linking s). So it literally describes the manner or style of leadership.
EXAMPLE
Der neue Chef hat einen ganz anderen Führungsstil als sein Vorgänger.
The new boss has a completely different leadership style from his predecessor.
Typical adjectives
'Führungsstil' (leadership style) is very often combined with adjectives that describe the type of leadership. Typical examples are 'autoritär' (authoritarian), 'demokratisch' (democratic), 'kooperativ' (cooperative), or 'situativ' (situational).
EXAMPLE
Ein autoritärer Führungsstil wird heute oft kritisiert.
An authoritarian leadership style is often criticized today.
Typical verbs
Common verbs used with 'Führungsstil' (leadership style) are 'haben' (to have), 'pflegen' (to maintain/practice), 'praktizieren' (to practice), as well as 'ändern' (to change) and 'kritisieren' (to criticize).
EXAMPLE
Sie pflegt einen sehr offenen und kommunikativen Führungsstil.
She maintains a very open and communicative leadership style.