This document discusses various theories of organizational leadership. It defines leadership as influencing others to achieve shared objectives. It distinguishes leadership from management, noting that leaders inspire followers towards a vision while managers focus on tasks. The document then summarizes several leadership theories: trait theories focus on leaders' qualities; behavioral theories examine consideration and initiating structure; and contingency theories emphasize that leadership style depends on follower readiness and the situation. It provides examples of various behavioral and contingency theories and their predictions on effective leadership approaches.