The Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership Theory
This paper analyzes a personal leadership experience using the Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership Theory. It explores how different leadership styles—participating and delegating—were used based on team members’ motivation and competence levels. The case illustrates how leadership can adapt in non-hierarchical settings, where authority is limited. The theory’s strengths and limitations are discussed, including its useful framework for evaluating situational leadership and its lack of emphasis on team hierarchy or formal authority structures.
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Reference
StudyCorgi. (2025, July 28). The Hersey-Blanchard Situational Leadership Theory. https://studycorgi.video/the-hersey-blanchard-situational-leadership-theory/