Understanding Leadership Contingency Models

Contingency Models
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Contingency Models
Leadership is a broad term that can be comprehended from numerous different angles. Contingency theory is one of the schools of thought that can be employed to expound on the broad concept of leadership. The bottom line of the theory is that leadership depends on certain uncontrolled circumstances (Harrison, 2018). The different subcategories of the contingency theory are Fielder's contingency theory, path-goal theory, situational leadership, and decision-making theory. Fielder's contingency theory argues that leadership is primarily dependent on the leadership style and the level of control that a person has over a particular situation. Situational leadership relies on two variables to determine leadership effectiveness: the leadership style and the experience with leadership that subordinates have. Path-goal theory subscribes to the notion that leaders have an obligation to ensure that there is a clear path followed ...