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Contingency Theory of Leadership

Made By: Amrinder Singh


Department: Icccr and HRM
Semester: 1ST
Roll No.: 0026MBIB24
Subject: Culture, Society and Organizational Behavior
Submitted To: Dr. Parul Mahajan
Leadership
Leadership is the ability to inspire a team to achieve a certain
goal. It is usually discussed in the context of business, but leadership
is also how you, as an individual, choose to lead your life. Leadership
involves setting and achieving goals, tackling the competition, and
solving problems decisively and quickly. It also refers to the tone a
company's management sets in terms of the corporate culture
.
Contingency Theory of
of Leadership
The Contingency Theory of Leadership asserts that the
effectiveness of a leadership style depends on the specific
situational factors at play. Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches,
Contingency Theory emphasizes that there is no single best way to
lead. Instead, leaders must adapt their styles based on various
factors, such as task complexity, team dynamics, and organizational
context.
Defining Contingency Theory
1 Situational Dependence 2 Adaptability
Leadership effectiveness hinges on Effective leaders must adapt their
SITUATIONAL ADAPTABILITY aligning a leader's style with specific leadership style based on factors such as
DEPENDENCE
situational factors. There is no one- such as task complexity, team dynamics,
size-fits-all approach; the best dynamics, and the external environment.
leadership style depends on the environment. This flexibility is crucial for
context. for addressing different challenges and
and opportunities.

3 Contextual Variables 4 Multiple Models


CONTEXTUAL MULTIPLE Contingency Theory emphasizes the The theory encompasses several models,
VARABLES MODELS importance of various situational such as Fiedler’s Contingency Model,
variables, such as the nature of the Situational Leadership Model, Path-Goal
task, team member relationships, Model, and Decision-Making Model, each
and organizational constraints, in offering different perspectives on how
determining the appropriate leaders should adjust their style to fit
leadership approach. different situations.
Fiedler's Contingency Model
Fiedler’s Contingency Model, developed by Fred Fiedler in the 1960s, is a leadership theory that suggests there is no single best way to
lead. Instead, the effectiveness of a leader is contingent upon how well their leadership style matches the situation at hand.

Key Components of Fiedler’s Contingency Model:

1. Leadership Style:
•Least Preferred Coworker (LPC) Scale: This scale helps determine whether a leader is task-oriented or relationship-
oriented. Leaders rate their least preferred coworker on various criteria, and the score indicates their leadership style.

2. Situational Favorableness:
•Leader-Member Relations: The degree of trust, respect, and confidence between the leader and their team.
•Task Structure: The extent to which tasks are defined and structured.
•Position Power: The leader’s authority to reward or punish team members.
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Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership
Theory
The Situational Leadership Theory, developed by Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard,
is a flexible and adaptive leadership model. It suggests that no single leadership
style is best. Instead, effective leadership is contingent on the situation and the
maturity level of the followers.

Key Components of the Model:

1. Leadership Styles:
•Telling (Directing): High task focus, low relationship focus. Leaders provide
specific instructions and closely supervise performance.
•Selling (Coaching): High task focus, high relationship focus. Leaders provide
guidance and encourage two-way communication.
•Participating (Supporting): Low task focus, high relationship focus. Leaders
share decision-making responsibilities with followers.
•Delegating: Low task focus, low relationship focus. Leaders provide minimal
direction and allow followers to take responsibility.\

2. Follower Maturity Levels:


•M1: Low competence, high commitment.
•M2: Some competence, low commitment.
•M3: High competence, variable commitment.
•M4: High competence, high commitment.
The model emphasizes that leaders should adjust their style based on the
maturity level of their followers
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Path-Goal Theory
The Path-Goal Theory of Leadership is a model developed by Robert House in 1971
and later revised in 1996. This theory suggests that a leader’s behavior is contingent
on the satisfaction, motivation, and performance of their subordinates.

Here are some key points:

1. Adaptive Leadership: Leaders adjust their style to fit the needs of their team
members. and the work environment.

2. Leader Behaviors: The theory identifies four main types of leader behaviors:
•Directive: Leaders provide clear instructions and expectations.
•Supportive: Leaders show concern for the well-being and needs of their team.
•Participative: Leaders involve team members in decision-making.
•Achievement-Oriented: Leaders set challenging goals and show confidence in
their team’s abilities.

3. Motivation and Support: Leaders are responsible for removing obstacles and
providing the necessary support to help their team achieve their goals.

This approach is based on the idea that leaders can enhance their team’s
performance by clarifying the path to their goals and making the journey easier and
more rewarding.
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Advantages of Contingency
Approach
Practicality Flexibility
It provides a framework for It encourages leaders to be flexible
understanding how to adapt flexible and adapt their approach
leadership styles to specific approach based on the needs of the
situations. of the situation.

Empirically Supported
Many contingency theories have been supported by research, providing evidence
providing evidence for their effectiveness.
Limitations and Criticisms of Contingency
Contingency Theory

Complexity
Contingency theory can be complex to apply in practice, requiring leaders to
assess multiple situational factors.

Measurement Challenges
It can be difficult to accurately measure situational factors and their
impact on leadership effectiveness.

Oversimplification
Contingency theory may oversimplify the complexity of real-world leadership situations.

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