ABSTRACT
Leadership styles reflect cultural norms, and a lot has changed in the end of 20th century. In the 21st century, leadership has evolved as technology has taken over many aspects of human lives. To be effective in the modern workplace, leaders need to understand how to adapt to new leadership styles. During the 20th century, domineering leadership was often the norm in most organizations. In such a system, management makes all the decisions, and takes very little input from employees on the floor. Decisions are made based on the manager’s views and experiences, and they have complete control of the group. Leaders in every type of industry are acknowledging that it pays to be open and transparent with employees about how the company, the team, and the individual are doing. 21st century leaders are generally more empowered to be transparent – inspiring a more engaged and productive workforce.
