In Scrum, servant leadership is considered the most effective leadership style for guiding self-organizing Agile development teams. Servant leadership prioritizes the needs of the team members, empowering them to make decisions and fostering a collaborative environment. This contrasts with autocratic leadership, where the leader dictates decisions, and laissez-faire leadership, which lacks direction. While transformational leadership can inspire, it may not always align with the self-organizing principles of Scrum.

Servant leaders support the team by removing obstacles, facilitating communication, and providing the resources needed to succeed. This approach promotes trust, increases team autonomy, and encourages shared ownership of the project. By focusing on the growth and well-being of the team, servant leaders improve team dynamics, enhance velocity, and ultimately contribute to the overall success of the Scrum project and Agile software development process.