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Asked by astrid truluck on Jul 22, 2024

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One of the follower characteristics in path-goal theory is perception of one's own ability.As perception of ability goes up,directive leadership should go down.Why is this? And what is the effect on the follower if directive leadership continues to be used?

Directive Leadership

A leadership style where the leader tells team members what to do, provides specific guidance, and expects compliance.

Perception

The process by which individuals organize and interpret their sensory impressions to give meaning to their environment.

Follower Characteristics

The traits, behaviors, and attributes of individuals who choose to follow or support a leader, which can significantly influence the leadership process and outcomes.

  • Examine how the traits of followers influence the selection of an effective leadership approach based on path-goal theory.
  • Determine how leadership behaviors influence the results of followers according to the path-goal theory.
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Jessica GonzalezJul 23, 2024
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When followers feel as if they know what they are doing,having a leader that tells them what to do and how to do it can feel punitive and redundant.Continuing to direct this follower may make them resentful of the leader and it could actually decrease their motivation,exactly the opposite of the focus of path-goal,which is to keep motivation of followers high.

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