Running Head LEADERSHIP

Leadership

Leadership Modeling

Personally I have followed the Blanchard Leadership model In the Blanchard Leadership Model, Hersey and Blanchard (1977) suggest that the style of leadership is dependent on the subordinate's development level, competence versus commitment. The leader then has two different types of leadership, directive behavior and supportive behavior. The characteristics of directive behavior are one-way communication, followers' role spelled out, and closes supervision of performance. Supportive leadership behaviors include two-way communication, listening, providing support and encouragement, facilitate interaction and to involve follower in decision making.

When the two types of leadership are put on a grid, four leadership ...