Situational Leadership Approach Outline

Situational Leadership Approach

GM502 ? Leadership Theory & Practice I

Unit 4 ? Team B Assignment

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Outline

Introduction

Thesis

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Analysis

Strengths

Criticisms

Validity of Approach

Conclusion

References

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Introduction

Situational leadership approach is the most widely used training and development source for leaders today.

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Introduction:

The purpose of this presentation is to show how organizations that utilize the situational approach to leadership prefer this model in that it is ?easy to apply and conceptualize,? (Northouse, 2016, pg. 102). Northouse (2016) talks about the SLII Approach being more practical for managers to use in a real-world situation.

However, critics have added that though there are advantages to the

G. (2016).?Leadership theory and practice?(7th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.

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Thesis

Situational Leadership Approach - is valid and effective when leaders attain the necessary strengths and knowledge of the developmental levels of their followers in a particular situation and is readily prepared with the appropriate leadership style that matches that situation.

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Introduction:

Thesis - Situational Leadership Approach - is valid and effective when leaders attain the necessary strengths and knowledge of the developmental levels of their followers in a particular situation and is readily prepared with the appropriate leadership style that matches that situation.

Reference:

Northouse, P. G. (2016).?Leadership theory and practice?(7th ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.

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"The programs got us all on the same page in regard to speaking the same leadership language. Our people are learning to lead themselves and others. We know how to diagnose each other's development levels and how to appropriately set goals. It's rewarding to see people tap into their sources of power and ask for what they need in terms of leadership style and approach."

? Cheryl Moreno, Express Employment Professionals

Team B thoroughly explained whether the situational approach was valid or not. Due to the many benefits, Team B explained that the situational approach is valid; it is Team B?s belief that the pros outweigh the cons. In any approach, there may be potential drawbacks, but in this approach, the employee gets the true benefit because it is tailored to their level. There are so many benefits of this approach especially the fact that the employee is put first. This leadership approach can help increase employee morale and job satisfaction among followers. Because it is based on the employee?s skill set, this approach allows for a personal touch. It gives the leader the ability to adjust to all situations by changing the leadership style to match the circumstance (Northouse, 2016). Within the presentation, the criticisms were also explained to describe how the situational approach may be invalid. Some have found that this approach lacks research, has an unclear commitment in certain levels and does not account for demographic characteristics (Northouse, 2016). Even with the criticisms, the situational approach is one of the most recognized approaches in leadership to help enhance training and development (Northouse, 2016). From the information presented, this approach can be a positive addition to a current leadership style by helping to enhance employee