Which category of leadership theory suggests that there is no single 'best' style of leadership, and that the most effective approach depends entirely on the situation and the readiness of the followers?

Answer options:

Trait theories

Behavioral theories

Contingency theories

How to approach this question

Look at the keyword 'depends entirely on the situation'. 'Contingent' means 'depending on'.

Full Answer

C.Contingency theories✓ Correct

Contingency theories (like those of Fiedler, or Hersey and Blanchard) propose that the effectiveness of a leadership style is dependent on the context, the task, and the followers. There is no one-size-fits-all approach.

Common mistakes

Confusing Behavioral and Contingency theories.

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