Quick guide to the theory

1. “SITUATIONAL
LEADERSHIP”
Presented by Leif Daniel

2. A well known and frequently used for training leaders within organizations. Practical application is
how to choose the right leadership approach for the situation. Leaders must adapt their leadership
style to fit the prescribed task, understanding given situation/maturity of followers.
●TELLING, DIRECTING or GUIDING.
● PARTICIPATING, FACILITATING or COLLABORATING.
● DELEGATING, EMPOWERING or MONITORING.
Key is to adapt to performance readiness (Ability and Willingness)
tailored to a group’s maturity/developmental level
Situational Leadership Theories
This model was created by Paul Hersey and Ken
Blanchard first introduced in 1969 as "life cycle theory of
leadership".

3. A leader with five Characteristics:
1. Insight: A Situational Leader understands the needs of their employees, then adjusts
their leadership style to meet those needs
2. Flexibility: A Situational Leader moves seamlessly from one leadership style to another
to meet current demands
3. Trust: A Situational Leader gains the trust and confidence of their employees
4. Problem Solving: A Situational Leader solves problems using the most applicable
leadership style for the current challenge they are facing
5. Coach: A Situational Leader is capable of evaluating the maturity and competence of
their employees and then applies the best strategy to enhance their employees’ skill sets
and goals

4. “Situational
Leadership is NOT
something you do
TO people, it’s
something you do
WITH people.”

6. Just Ask Approach
Additional Situational Leadership style

7. THANK YOU!!