6 Leadership
Styles 

About the
Coaching Tool

6 Leadership Styles is a coaching and leadership development tool based on Daniel Goleman’s emotional intelligence framework. It defines six distinct leadership styles—Commanding, Pacesetting, Democratic, Affiliative, Coaching, and Visionary—detailing when each is most effective, and where it may fall short. By understanding the cultural impact of different leadership approaches, this tool helps managers and executives lead with greater emotional intelligence, adapt to team needs, and create more aligned, resilient work environments.