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Leadership Theories
Complete the University of Phoenix Material: Leadership Theories with the following information:
Identify ve leadership theories.
Describe the strengths of each leadership theory.
Describe the weaknesses of each leadership theory.
Provide an example of an appropriate application of each theory in the workplace.
Provide an example of an inappropriate application of each theory in the workplace.
Leadership
Theory
Strengths Weaknesses Appropriate Workplace
Example
Inappropriate Workplace
Example
Transformational
Theory
Motivate others
self-interest,
Idealized influence,
intellectual
stimulation.
Too attached to the
subordinates and
subordinates can
become too attached
to them. Can become
too passive
Gives a clear transparency to
the subordinates so they can
follow in their footsteps
without fear. Leads
subordinates by a positive
example while rewarding
subordinates for their work
effort.
When the subordinates
becomes too attached to the
transformational leader they
can become more dependent
on them than on themselves.
Which can make them less
motivated.
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Charismatic
Theory
Inspires others by
motivating through
change or activities,
Fierce, Outspoken,
Survive tough times
Arrogance,
self-centered, Risky,
failure, Impulsive
Charisma used appropriate
can produce fierce and
energetic workers. Which
produces enthusiastic as well
as motivated subordinates.
Their negative attitude can
discourage their subordinates
to follow them as well as have
a negative impact on their
subordinate’s performance.
Situational
Emphasis on flexible
adaptive behavior.
Leadership behavior
is not designed in a
Leaders can influence
subordinates through maturity
If the subordinate lack maturity
this can cause them to have
leadership
and regulations are learned
by the subordinates.