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Leadership Theories

Complete the University of Phoenix Material: Leadership Theories with the following information:

• Identify five leadership theories.

• Describe the strengths of each leadership theory.

• Describe the weaknesses of each leadership theory.

• Provide an example of an appropriate application of each theory in the workplace.

• Provide an example of an inappropriate application of each theory in the workplace.

Leadership Theory Strengths Weaknesses Appropriate Workplace Example Inappropriate Workplace Example

Situational It’s ideal for low ability and building confidence in low-maturity subordinates. Adapts to needs of subordinates.

There was little

evidence that using the contingent pattern of task and relations behavior prescribed

by the theory will make leaders more effective(Yukl, 2010). A leader changes their style to match that of their subordinate. For instance a teacher would adjust their lesson to be more visual if they have a visual learner. There may be an assumption that an unskilled employee is unmotivated. This can lead to improper coaching to motivate the employee rather than training to help the employee develop the necessary skills.

Charismatic

Inspires others motivating them to buy into change or activities. Creates loyalty. Followers may buy into leader’s vision to the point they are resistant to outside change and factors. Charismatic leader can rally their employees to stay through tough transitions. May use their charisma to influence employees to perform immoral actions which they otherwise would not participate. Such as Enron misleading their financial accounts, but was once ranked as one of the 100 Best Company’s to work for.

Servant The values emphasized in servant leadership are primarily about helping people and fostering a relationship of trust and cooperation. If a servant leader is able to influence

other leaders to become servant leaders as well, the result may be an employee-

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