Exploring Leadership Styles and Theories Deck: Study and Master | Noji Flashcards
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Leadership science has never agreed on what makes a great leader — and this breakdown of competing frameworks reveals just how much the answer depends on which theory you trust.
Self-Determination TheoryPath-Goal TheoryEmotional IntelligenceSituational Leadership Theory
Theory Briefing
- Self-Determination Theory frames great leadership as fueling intrinsic motivation, not just issuing directives.
- Path-Goal Theory argues leaders must actively clear obstacles for followers — effectiveness is situational, not fixed.
- Emotional Intelligence emerges as a cross-cutting factor, linking a leader's self-awareness to team performance outcomes.