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Laissez-faire

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Intro to Sociology

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Laissez-faire is an approach within groups and organizations where there is minimal to no direct supervision or regulation of members' behavior, allowing for self-direction and autonomy. This style emphasizes trust in the group's natural dynamics to achieve its objectives without interference.

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