Objective:
The objective of this lesson is to equip learners with the foundational skills of Situational Leadership, enabling them to adapt their leadership style to the needs of different situations and individuals. By mastering these core building blocks, learners will be able to assess, diagnose, and respond appropriately to various team dynamics and developmental levels, ensuring effective leadership in diverse and changing environments.
Comprehensive Content Overview:
Situational Leadership is a flexible and adaptive leadership style that proposes the need to adjust one’s approach based on the situation and the development level of the followers. It is based on the interplay of:
- Directive Behavior: The extent to which a leader provides clear instructions, sets goals, and expects compliance..
- Supportive Behavior: The degree to which a leader engages in two-way communication, provides support and encouragement, and facilitates interaction..
The model identifies four distinct leadership styles:
- S1 – Directing: High directive and low supportive behavior..
- S2 – Coaching: High directive and high supportive behavior..
- S3 – Supporting: Low directive and high supportive behavior..
- S4 – Delegating: Low directive and low supportive behavior..
Each style corresponds to a specific development level of the followers, categorized as D1 to D4, indicating progressing levels of competence and commitment.
In-depth Explanations with Actionable Insights:
Directing (S1): This style is used when followers are at the D1 level – low competence, ...
