Section 1 - Instruction

You've learned about coaching and directing leadership styles—now let's sharpen your ability to recognize them in action.

Remember: directing style focuses on clear instructions and task management, while coaching style emphasizes development and empowering others through questions.

Engagement Message

Which leadership style do you find easier to spot in practice?

Section 2 - Practice

Type

Multiple Choice

Practice Question

Your manager says: "I need this budget analysis completed by Thursday at 3pm. Use the financial template from our shared drive, and make sure to include variance explanations for anything over 5%." What leadership style is this?

A. High directing, low coaching B. High coaching, low directing
C. High directing, high coaching D. Low directing, low coaching

Suggested Answers

  • A - Correct
  • B
  • C
  • D
Section 3 - Practice

Type

Swipe Left or Right

Practice Question

Let's practice identifying leadership styles in real business scenarios. Swipe each action left for directing style or right for coaching style.

Labels

  • Left Label: Directing Style
  • Right Label: Coaching Style

Left Label Items

  • "Complete these tasks in order: 1, 2, then 3"
  • "Here's exactly how to structure that client proposal"
  • "I need you to use this specific workflow process"
  • "Let me show you the correct way to run team meetings"

Right Label Items

  • "What approach do you think would work best here?"
  • "How would you tackle this challenge?"
  • "What insights do you have about this situation?"
  • "Tell me about your strategy for handling this client"
Section 4 - Practice
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