Question

The decision making style that "overly concerned with keeping everyone happy" is called
1. Conceptual style
2. Directive style
3. Behavioural style
4. Analytical style

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Behavioural style

The correct answer is Behavioural style.

• The decision-making style can be broadly classified into these styles-
  • Directive
  • Analytical
  • Behavioural
  • Conceptual
• Directive style
  • The decision is made based on clear, undisputed facts and impersonal rules and procedures.
  • The individuals who follow this style trust their own senses and short, focused reports from others.
  • They typically react quickly and does not like to dwell on decisions.
• Analytical style
  • These decision-makers examine much information before taking action.
  • Unlike directive decision-makers, an analytic decision-maker will seek information and advice from others to confirm or deny their own knowledge. 
  • This style is a well-rounded approach to decision-making but can be time-consuming.
  Behavioural style
  • The individuals under this style are a team-player.
  • They focus on the feelings and welfare of group members and other social aspects of work.
  • They evaluate information emotionally and intuitively.
  • The decision-makers are "overly concerned with keeping everyone happy".
• Conceptual style
  • These decision-makers are creative, exploratory, interested in novelty and comfortable taking risks.
  • These decision-makers tend to be good at discovering creative solutions to problems.
  • They deduce the situation with 'what ifs'.
  • They are conscious of how the decision will affect others.
  • They encourage creative thinking and collaboration and consider a broad array of perspectives.