Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard developed a leadership model . To gained a strong management development . It is a c o ntingency theory that facuses on the followers‘ readines s. Situational theory
Hersey-Blanchard's situational model
It achieved by selecting the right leadership style. Effective leadership reflects the reality . Effectiveness also depends on followers. High relationship orientation to get the followers. Successful leadership
Behavior pattern of a person who attempts to influence others. Direct behaviors Supportive behaviors Leader shows the path of goal. Leadership Style
Leader needs to display high task orientation. Leader need to use supportive and participative style. Leader needs to give clear and specific direction. The leader doesn’t need to do much. Four Specific Leader Behaviors
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Competency and/or commitment in one area does not ensure equal competency or commitment in all areas Achieving competency and/or commitment does not ensure maintaining competency or commitment Leadership Style Game Plan
1Step forward 2 Step backward
Competence and Commitment of subordinates. Leader is to determine the nature of a situation. Leader is to adapt specific style to prescribed. Leaders demonstrate a high degree of flexibility . How does situational approach work