Contingency theory proposes that a leader's effectiveness depends on how well their leadership style fits the current situation, with certain styles being more effective depending on factors like the leader-member relations, task structure, and the leader's position power. The theory was developed by Fred Fiedler in 1964 and suggests matching a leader's task-motivated or relationship-motivated style to the right setting based on an assessment of the least preferred coworker to determine which styles are best suited to certain situations.

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2. Contingency Theory
Fred Fiedler, 1964
A Leader-Match theory
How well the leader’s style fits the context
Match leader’s style to right setting

3. Contingency Theory
Leadership Styles
• Task motivated
• Relationship motivated

4. Contingency Theory
Least Preferred Coworker (LPC)
• Leader-Member Relations
• Task Structure
• Position Power
Certain styles are effective
in certain situations.

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How does Contingency Theory work?
Strengths
Criticisms

6. Contingency Theory
LPC