Leadership theories

Question 1

Situational leadership theory

Answer 1

-The relationship between the leader and the employees is based on values of trust

-A different leadership style would be adopted by the leader, based on the prevailing circumstances at a particular time

-Effective leaders may adopt the leadership style that will ensure that the goals of the organisation are achieved

Question 2

Transformational

Answer 2

-Leaders lead by example and workers respond by focusing their outputs

-Workers take greater ownership of their responsibilities and are aware of their limitations and strengths

-Employees in return respect the leader and trust the leaders’ judgment regarding the planned changes within the organization

Question 3

Leaders and followers

Answer 3

-Followers take responsibility for targets not reached

-Leaders lead by example and provide incentives for positional behaviors

-The creativity of some followers is stifled as they simply follow the leader and other followers

-Leaders allow followers to create and encourage them, to explore their alternative methods to increase productivity

Question 4

The role of personal attitude in successful leadership

Answer 4

-Positive attitude releases leadership potential

-A leader’s good or bad attitude can influence the success or failure of the business

-Leaders’ attitude may influence employees’ behaviour

-Enthusiasm produces confidence in a leader