9 leadership styles used by top founders and CEOs

You’ve probably heard there’s a “right” way to lead. But the best CEOs and founders know the truth, great leadership is flexible. The world’s most successful leaders use different styles based on the team, goal, or situation. Whether you’re running a startup or leading a project, knowing your leadership style (and when to change it) is a superpower. In this story, we break down 9 leadership styles used by icons like Elon Musk, Oprah Winfrey, and Indra Nooyi and when to use each to drive performance, innovation, and team success.