HIGH-YIELD IDENTIFICATION: leadership theory

Theory that states leaders are born, not made

The Great Man Theory.

Theory that focuses on unique qualities and characteristics that differentiate leaders from non-leaders

Trait Theory.

Theory that states effective leadership is based on observable behaviors and actions rather than innate traits

Behavioral Theory of Leadership.

Theory where leaders involve team members to achieve better outcomes

Participative Theory.

Theory where leaders use rewards and corrective actions to achieve goals

Transactional Leadership Theory.

Theory that states there is no single best leadership style and leaders should match style with situation

Contingency Leadership Theory.

Theory where leaders adapt their style based on follower competence and commitment

Situational Leadership Theory.

Proponent of Great Man Theory

Thomas Carlyle.

Proponent of Contingency Leadership Theory

Fred E. Fiedler.

Proponents of Situational Leadership Theory

Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard.

Proponent of Behavioral Theory

Kurt Lewin.

Proponent of Participative Theory

Kurt Lewin; expanded by Rensis Likert.

Proponent of Transactional Leadership Theory

James MacGregor Burns; expanded by Bernard M. Bass.