The document outlines key concepts in leadership theory, including: - Early theories focused on identifying leadership traits or behaviors but had mixed results. Later behavioral theories identified two dimensions - task orientation and relationship orientation. - Contingency theories propose that leadership effectiveness depends on matching leadership style to situational factors. Fiedler's model and situational leadership theory examine this. - Contemporary views distinguish transactional from transformational leadership and discuss charismatic, visionary, and team leadership. - Current issues include developing credibility, providing ethical leadership, empowering employees, and addressing cross-cultural differences in leadership.