5 Leadership Styles Every Indian Woman Should Know

Feeling Overwhelmed at Work? 

Leading a team but hitting roadblocks? Deadlines slipping, team disengaged? The solution may lie in your leadership style.

Discover how Indian women are transforming teams with effective leadership strategies.

The Democratic  Leader 

“Let’s Decide Together”

Women in leadership who invite feedback build trust and collaboration. Case in Point: A Mumbai marketing manager boosted engagement by 40% just by seeking team input. This leadership style fosters innovation — ideal for creative roles and team-based projects.

The Authoritarian  Leader 

Follow My Lead”

Quick decisions. Clear direction. High accountability. Real Impact: During the 2020 pandemic, Delhi hospitals saw life-saving results from decisive leadership. Best for crisis management — but should be balanced to avoid long-term burnout.

The Transformational Leader  

“Let’s Change the World”

Vision-driven leadership that sparks action. Inspiration: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw didn’t just lead — she transformed India’s biotech space. Ideal for women entrepreneurs and changemakers. Requires energy, but the rewards are immense.

The Laissez-Faire  Leader 

“You’ve Got This”

Give your team independence — and watch results soar. Example: A Bangalore tech lead empowered senior developers, speeding up delivery by 35%. Perfect for skilled, self-driven teams. Avoid this style for junior or less confident teams.

The Servant  Leader 

How Can I Help You Succeed?

Prioritizing people over position creates loyalty and performance. Success Story: A Chennai manager mentoring her team saw a 60% rise in retention and multiple promotions. Great for long-term growth and building women-led leadership pipelines.

When to Use  Which Style? 

Just like you diversify investments, tailor your leadership: Crisis? Use authoritarian Collaboration? Choose democratic Innovation? Go transformational Skilled team? Try laissez-faire People development? Be a servant leader This is situational leadership — smart, adaptable, and powerful.

Lead Like a Financially Empowered Woman

At Lxme, we believe leadership and money go hand-in-hand. Empower your career and your finances with the right mindset. Because knowing leadership styles is just like knowing how to invest — it changes your future.

Your Leadership Journey Begins Now

Don’t wait for permission to lead. Start small. Know your strengths. Grow into other styles. Create the workplace you believe in — and watch your team, your career, and your confidence rise. Lxme: Empowering India’s Women, One Leader at a Time.