Path-Goal Theory of Leadership

The Path-Goal model is a theory based on specifying a leader's style or

behavior that best fits the employee and work environment in order to
achieve a goal (House, Mitchell, 1974).

The goal is to increase your employees' motivation, empowerment, and

satisfaction so they become productive members of the organization.

(Explanation: The Path-Goal Theory of Leadership explains that leaders

should encourage and support their followers in achieving goals by making
path or way that is clear and easy.)

House and Mitchell (1974) describe four styles of

leadership:
Supportive leadership
Considering the needs of the follower, showing concern for their welfare
and creating a friendly working environment.
(The leader is friendly and shows concern for the subordinates)
Directive leadership
Telling followers what needs to be done and giving appropriate guidance
along the way.
(The leader gives guidance to the task of his/her subordinates )
Participative leadership
The leader consults with his followers before making a decision on how to
proceed.
(The leader consults his or her subordinates and consider their
suggestions)
Achievement-oriented leadership

The leader sets challenging goals for her followers, expects them to
perform at their highest level, and shows confidence in their ability to meet
this expectation.
(The leader set challenging goals, both in work and in self-improvement
(together).