HROB 2100 Chapter 5: Leadership Chapter 5.docx

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Human Resources and Organizational Behaviour
• Course: HROB 2100
• Professor: Sara Mann

Document Summary

Different situations demand different kinds of leadership. To be an effective leader requires a person adapt style to demands of diff. situations. Stressed leadership is composed of both a directive and supportive dimension, and each has to be applied appropriately in a given situation. Suggests leaders should change degree to which they"re directive or supportive to meet the changing needs of subordinates. Separate the slii model into 2 parts- leadership style and development level of subordinates. Behavior pattern of a person who attempts to influence others. Directive behaviors clarify with often 1-way communication what"s to be. Includes both directive and supportive behaviors done, how, and who is responsible for doing it. Supportive behaviors help group members feel comfortable about themselves, coworkers, situation, etc. Can be classified into 4 distinct categories of directive and supportive behaviors. S1- high directive- low support style (directing style) S2- coaching approach, high directive-high supportive style.