Learn About Coercive leadership Style
Towards Learning Basics
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Towards Learning Basics
Course Description
Coercive leadership is a high-control, authoritarian style where leaders enforce compliance through demands, threats, or punishment. While sometimes effective in crises, it often harms morale, creativity, and long-term performance. This course explores the psychology, applications, and consequences of coercive leadership, helping participants recognize its impact and when (or when not) to use it.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will:
Define coercive leadership and differentiate it from other leadership styles.
Understand the psychological and organizational effects of coercive tactics.
Identify situations where coercive leadership may (or may not) be justified.
Recognize signs of toxic leadership and its impact on teams.
Learn alternative leadership approaches for better long-term results.
Course Modules
: Introduction to Coercive Leadership
Definition and key characteristics
Comparison with autocratic, transactional, and transformational leadership
Historical and modern examples (military, corporate, politics)
: The Psychology of Coercion
Fear-based motivation vs. intrinsic motivation
Short-term compliance vs. long-term engagement
The role of power dynamics in coercive leadership
: When Coercive Leadership Works (and When It Fails)
Crisis management: When strict control is necessary
High-risk industries (military, law enforcement, emergency response)
The dangers of overuse: Burnout, turnover, and resistance
: Negative Consequences of Coercive Leadership
Erosion of trust and psychological safety
Reduced innovation and employee disengagement
Case studies of failed coercive leadership
: Alternatives to Coercive Leadership
Transformational and servant leadership styles
How to lead with influence rather than fear
Building a culture of accountability without coercion
: Self-Assessment & Application
Self-reflection: Are you using coercive tactics unknowingly?
Role-playing exercises: Handling crises without excessive control
Developing a personal leadership action plan
