The managerial grid is a well-developed approach to defining leadership styles. According to this grid, the (9, 9) manager:

(a) Gives thoughtful attention to the needs of people, for a satisfying relationship leads to a comfortable, friendly atmosphere and work tempo (b) Believes that concern for people and tasks are compatible and that tasks need to be carefully explained and decisions endorsed by subordinates to achieve a high level of commitment (c) Believes in compromise, so that decisions are taken but only if endorsed by subordinates (d) Exerts minimum effort to get required work done (e) Is task-oriented and stresses the quality of the decision over the wishes of subordinates.