Scott Shekitka serves as the sales manager of Medtronic in New York. A bachelor of arts degree graduate from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, Scott Shekitka understands different business leadership styles.

There are different leadership styles that any professional can use to achieve success. Here are some common business leadership styles.

1. Directing style - this is ideal when working with contractors or freelancers. Managers use this style to direct subordinates on what needs to be done to achieve outcomes. It uses a “telling” approach to give employees clear direction.

2. Coaching leadership style - this sells a manager’s vision to the employees. Once they see the vision from the manager’s perspective, they become motivated to perform.

3. Supporting style - this relies on collaboration, though the manager has the final say. In this model, each leader feels considered, gives them room for improvement, and doesn’t hold an employee accountable if they fail.

4. Delegating style - the manager gives his team full authority to make decisions. It is ideal if such a professional trusts his team’s decision-making abilities.