Encyclopedia of Managerial Techniques

Leadership by Panic (LBP)

(Emotional Decision-Making / Corporate Culture)

A management style where leaders rely on fear and urgency to drive decisions, assuming that stress maximizes performance. This results in a chaotic work environment where employees are always on edge.

Examples from practice

A CEO who makes last-minute budget cuts due to exaggerated financial concerns; a project manager who constantly declares deadlines "impossible" to pressure employees.

Advantages

Creates immediate focus; motivates short-term results.

Disadvantages

Leads to high employee turnover; discourages rational decision-making.

See also