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Project Management & Agile · Intermediate

Situational Leadership

Leadership model in which the leader adapts style (directing, coaching, supporting, delegating) to followers' competence and commitment.

Definition

Developed by Hersey and Blanchard, it holds that no single style is best; style should change as team maturity changes.

Example

A PM directs new members closely and delegates to experienced ones.

Exam tip

Match the style to the development level of the individual.

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