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Contingency leadership theories focus on the idea that there is one best way to lead in all situations.
Contingency leadership theories focus on the idea that there is one best way to lead in all situations.
False
Contingency leadership theory variables include leader-member relations, task structure, and position power.
Contingency leadership theory variables include leader-member relations, task structure, and position power.
True
The path-goal leadership model is a descriptive leadership model.
The path-goal leadership model is a descriptive leadership model.
True
The normative leadership model has four styles and two variables.
The normative leadership model has four styles and two variables.
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The major difference between behavioral and contingency leadership theories is that behavioral theories focus on specific behaviors of leaders, while contingency theories focus on situational factors.
The major difference between behavioral and contingency leadership theories is that behavioral theories focus on specific behaviors of leaders, while contingency theories focus on situational factors.
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Study Notes
Contingency Leadership Theories
- Contingency leadership theories disagree with the idea that there is one best way to lead in all situations.
- Three key variables in contingency leadership theories are:
- Leader-member relations
- Task structure
- Position power
Comparison of Leadership Theories
- Behavioral leadership theories focus on specific behaviors of leaders
- Contingency leadership theories focus on situational factors
Other Leadership Models
- The path-goal leadership model is a descriptive leadership model
- The normative leadership model has:
- Four styles
- Two variables
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Description
Test your knowledge of leadership theories with a focus on behavioral and contingency approaches. This quiz covers the major differences between the two theories and explores the behavioral contribution to contingency leadership.
