Authoritarian leadership linked to higher innovation in family-owned companies

Authoritarian leadership linked to higher innovation in family-owned companies

Top-down, commanding leadership is frequently viewed with skepticism in the modern business world. Management experts typically champion collaborative environments where employees feel free to share ideas without fear of retribution. A new study challenges the universality of this view. The findings suggest that in family-owned businesses, a strict, authoritarian leadership style can actually boost innovation. This positive effect is particularl…