command-and-control leadership
[/kəˈmænd ənd kənˈtroʊl ˈlɛdərʃɪp/]
nounpl: command-and-control leaderships
liderança de comando e controle
1. A management and leadership style based on hierarchical authority where decisions are made at the top and transmitted downward with strict compliance expected from subordinates
The military has traditionally relied on command-and-control leadership to ensure discipline and coordinated action.
Os militares tradicionalmente se baseiam em liderança de comando e controle para garantir disciplina e ação coordenada.
2. An organizational approach emphasizing centralized decision-making, clear lines of authority, and top-down communication with limited input from lower levels
The company's command-and-control leadership model became outdated in the modern, fast-paced business environment.
O modelo de liderança de comando e controle da empresa se tornou obsoleto no ambiente de negócios moderno e acelerado.
3. A directive management style where leaders make decisions unilaterally and enforce strict monitoring and accountability measures
Command-and-control leadership was effective during the crisis, but hindered innovation during normal operations.
A liderança de comando e controle foi eficaz durante a crise, mas impediu a inovação durante as operações normais.
Command-and-control leadership is historically rooted in military and industrial organization models. In the USA, this style was dominant through the 20th century but has fallen out of favor in tech and creative industries. In Brazil, hierarchical structures remain more prevalent in both public and private sectors, though modern companies increasingly adopt collaborative models. The term reflects a shift in global management philosophy away from rigid authority toward more adaptive and inclusive leadership approaches.
NYC Slang
top-down management; 'the old-school boss approach'
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