According to Hersey and Blanchard's situational model,effective leaders must

A) adapt their style to fit the needs of the group situation.
B) be highly task oriented and socioemotional.
C) be more socioemotional than task oriented.
D) change the situation to match their leadership style.
E) be more task oriented than socioemotional.

Learning Objectives

• Grasp the essential doctrines and theories concerning leadership styles and their practical deployment.
• Identify the impact of environmental conditions on the success of distinct leadership models.
• Understand the significance of flexibility in leadership and the way leaders modify their approach according to the dynamics of the group.