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The situational leadership (SL) theory, developed by Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard, is one of the most widely known frameworks for explaining managerial effectiveness.
Hersey Blanchard Model. According to this model, the leader has to match the leadership style according to the readiness of subordinates which moves in stage and has a cycle. Therefore, this theory is also known as the life-cycle theory of leadership. The theory, developed by Paul Hersey and Kenneth Blanchard, is based on the readiness level of ...
Hersey, P., & Blanchard, K.H. (1969). Life cycle theory of leadership. Training & Development Journal, 23(5), 26–34. Abstract. Considers initiating structure (task) and consideration (relationships) as the 2 most important leadership dimensions in describing how a leader performs.
TL;DR: The Blake and Mouton Managerial Grid as mentioned in this paper describes leadership based on concern for production or people, and the life cycle theory adds the factor of maturity to the relationship, defined by the relative independence, ability to take responsibility and achievement-motivation of an individual or group.
The Hersey-Blanchard Model is a leadership model that focuses on the ability and willingness of individual employees. It’s also referred to as the Situational Leadership Model. The model outlines four leadership styles, each corresponding with a specific level of employee development.
The study explored the impact of leadership style of teacher on the performance of students in the light of Hersey and Blanchard situational model. Data were collected through readiness level scale …
In 1969, Training and Development Journal was first to publish Blanchard and Hersey's innovative leadership theories. The article was reprinted in June, 1979. Here's a condensed version of the original. Over the years, recognizing task and relationships as important dimensions of leader behavior has pervaded the works of management theorists.
