Situational Leadership: Adapting Your Style
SHORT TERM RESULTS/WHEN TO APPLY
DESCRIPTION
STYLE
To provide clear direction In a crisis
• • •
COERCIVE
Demands immediate compliance
To kick start a turnaround With problem employee
“Do what I tell you”
When changes require a new vision When a clear direction is needed
• •
AUTHORITATIVE
Mobilizes people toward a vision
“Come with me”
Creates harmony and builds emotional bonds
To heal conflict in a team
• •
AFFILIATIVE
To motivate people during stressful circumstances
“People come first”
Forges consensus through participation
To build buy-in or consensus
• •
DEMOCRATIC
To get input from valuable employees
“What do you think”
Sets high standards for performance
• To get quick results from a highly motivated and competent team
PACESETTING
“Do as I do now”
Develops people for the future
• To help an employee improve performance • develop long term strengths
COACHING
“Try this”
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*Source: Daniel Goleman
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