dictatorial instruction
[dɪk-tə-ˈtȯr-ē-əl ɪn-ˈstrək-shən]
nounpl: dictatorial instructions
instrução ditatorial
1. An authoritative command or directive issued without consultation, discussion, or consideration of others' opinions
The manager gave dictatorial instructions that left no room for employee input or creativity.
O gerente deu instruções ditatoriais que não deixavam espaço para contribuição ou criatividade dos funcionários.
2. Orders or guidelines imposed unilaterally by someone in a position of power, typically characterized by absolute authority and intolerance of dissent
The dictatorial instructions from headquarters were met with resistance from the regional teams.
As instruções ditatoriais da matriz foram recebidas com resistência pelos times regionais.
The term reflects criticism of hierarchical, non-inclusive leadership styles. In Brazilian corporate culture, dictatorial instructions are increasingly viewed negatively as organizations shift toward more collaborative management models. In American business contexts, the phrase is used to critique outdated command-and-control leadership approaches, often associated with older management paradigms.
NYC Slang
top-down mandate; my way or the highway
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