Path Goal theory of Leadership in case of Maha Mandi !

 Description

The Path-Goal Theory of Leadership describes the way that leaders encourage and support their followers in achieving the goals they have been set by making the path that they should take clear and easy.

In particular, leaders:

• Clarify the path so subordinates know which way to go.
• Remove roadblocks that are stopping them going there.
• Increasing the rewards along the route.

Leaders can take a strong or limited approach in these. In clarifying the path, they may be directive or give vague hints. In removing roadblocks, they may scour the path or help the follower move the bigger blocks. In increasing rewards, they may give occasional encouragement or pave the way with gold.

 The four path-goal types of leader behaviors are:

• Directive: The leader informs his followers on what is expected of them, such as telling them what to do, how to perform a task, and scheduling and coordinating work. It is most effective when people are unsure about the task or when there is a lot of uncertainty within the environment.

Dr. Mandi guiding student on how to perform and prepare for MAHAMANDI

• Supportive: The leader make work pleasant for the workers by showing concern for them and by being friendly and approachable. It is most effective in situations in which tasks and relationships are physically or psychologically challenging.

Fig 2  Frequent Student Interactions

• Participative: The leaders consult with their followers by consulting with them before making a decision on how to proceed. It is most effective when subordinates are highly trained and involved in their work.

Fig 3. : Clarity of Goals.

• Achievement: The leader sets challenging goals for his followers, expects them to perform at their highest level, and shows confidence in their ability to meet this expectation. It is most effective in professional work environments, such as technical, or scientific; or in achievement environments, such as sales.

Fig 4: Set the impossible challenges

For further understanding visit the two mentioned links. Three shift, Three supervisors explains through a very intersting situation.

Path-Goal Theory Case Study - "Three Shifts, Three Supervisors"- A very interesting situation to understand the concept.