Leadership and Management Theories, Styles, and Culture: A Report

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of leadership and management in the workplace, focusing on the definitions of leadership and management, hard and soft skills of leaders and managers, and different leadership and management theories. It explores theories such as the Great Man theory, Contingency theory, Behavioral theory, Scientific management theory, Systems management theory, and Bureaucratic management theory, relating them to management activities in various organizations, particularly Unilever. The report also assesses different leadership and management styles, including autocratic and transformational styles, and examines factors influencing the development of organizational culture. A reflective report and a discussion of motivational strategies are also included, providing a holistic view of leadership and management principles and their practical applications.