The Situational Leadership Theory: A Critical View
- 1 April 1983
- journal article
- Published by Academy of Management in Academy of Management Review
- Vol. 8 (2) , 285-291
- https://doi.org/10.5465/amr.1983.4284738
Abstract
Theoretical issues undermining the robustness of the situational leadership theory and the utility of its prescriptive model are discussed. More specifically, conceptual ambiguity associated with the mechanics of applying the concept of job-relevant maturity and other problems with the normative model are seen as seriously limiting its pragmatic utility. In addition, problems with the LEAD instrument are identified and discussed.Keywords
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