Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Later theories emphasized the behavior of leaders, including the contrast of task-oriented and people-oriented styles. Another important leadership theory is Servant Leadership popularized by Robert Greenleaf in the seventies. Different contexts and situation require different approaches. One size rarely fits all.

Contingency Theory 93

Contingency Theory Leadership Leadership Styles Ethics 93

LDRLB

APRIL 1, 2010

The magnum opus of Robert Greenleaf, Servant Leadership is a recent theory of leadership that argues that the most effective leaders are servants of their people. Greenleaf first presented the theory in a 1970 essay, “The Servant as Leader.” Why Theory. A Word on Theory. Trait Theory. Skills Theory.

Greenleaf 114

Greenleaf Contingency Theory Servant Leader Leadership 114

CO2

APRIL 20, 2012

The fundamental lesson of this theory is that there is no one “best” style of leadership, and to truly be effective, leaders have to change and adapt their methods depending on the situation and the person or group they’re working with. CONTINGENCY THEORY OF LEADERSHIP. SERVANT LEADERSHIP THEORY.

Leadership 131

Leadership Contingency Theory Leadership Styles Proposal 131