A leader is a person who performs such functions as motivating employees, directing others, selecting the most effective communication channels, and resolving conflict. There is much argument over who is a better leader a man or woman. Many men and women have become successful leaders with their own style and perception. Some studies have suggested that there are a lot of differences in the style that men and women use while leading. More frequently studies …showed first 75 words of 1023 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1023 total…just as effective as the other. Studies show that there is support for both theories in the perceptions of masculine and feminine leadership styles. I think that if a leader uses all of their knowledge and interpersonal skills, with a fairly authoritarian style they can be the most effective leader. Basically this means that a leader must be well rounded and know how to balance all the characteristics to do well in any managerial job.