The visionary leadership style, as seen in the following image, is also known as the authoritative style.

Here, the leader establishes him/herself as being the expert in the company and knows how to inspire and mobilize the team towards a common vision. This is a visionary who sees the way forward, leading the company to success. Following are the pros and cons:

• Pros: Moves people towards a common vision
• Cons: May lack the ability to help the team members understand how to achieve the vision

This style is particularly effective in times when a new direction is needed. However, use it with caution.