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What are the different management styles that a manager can use? What does it mean to have a flexible management style, and what is the importance of maintaining this flexible management style when working in a correctional facility? Please provide references for further reading.

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This solution provides a 230-word response that provides information on the different management styles that managers can use, and the importance and advantages of maintaining a flexible management style in correctional facilities in particular. The solution also includes references that the student can refer to for further information.

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There are several management styles that can be used in corrective facilities. These management styles include directive management, authoritative management, affiliative management, participative management, pace setting, and coaching. In the directive style, the subordinate feels compelled to do as the manager says. In the authoritative style, the manager gives clear directions as to what is expected from their ...

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