Leadership & Management Guides

Plain-English guides to leadership theories, leadership styles, ethics and the everyday skills of managing people. Written for new managers, team leads and anyone working out how to lead well.

Leadership and management theories

Great man theory of leadership, explained Read → Contingency theory of leadership Read → Scientific management theory, explained Read → Classical management theory Read → An overview of management theories Read →

Leadership styles and ethics

5 types of leadership styles for managers Read → Autocratic leadership, explained Read → What is ethical leadership? Read → Differences between a boss and a leader Read →

Building your skills and your team

Top 10 ways to be a better leader Read → Team-building techniques Read → Influencers discuss effective leadership Read → HR leader job description Read →