To compare preferences of business managers for kinds of explicit leader behaviour from three European countries, and to determine similarities and differences, indicating requirements for management practices and expatriate management development and training.
Samples of managers from Romania, Germany, and the UK are compared using the factor scores of the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire XII to determine the kinds of behaviour they prefer from leaders.
Significant differences are observed between all three samples, indicating different leader style preferences. Comparisons and discussions are made concerning the relationships with the Hofstede value dimensions.
Shows that different leader behaviours should be employed in business situations in different countries to successfully guide and motivate employees.
