PATH-GOAL THEORY

• PATH-GOAL THEORY


  a leader’s job is to help the workgroup achieve their desired goals
• Directive behavior 


  leader behavior that provides instructions and suggestions for performing a job
• Achievement-oriented behavior


  leader behavior concentrated on work outcomes
• Supportive–people-oriented behaviors


  leader behavior focusing on interpersonal relationships and showing concern for workers’ well-being
• Instrumental–Task-Oriented Behaviors 


  Planning, organizing, and controlling the activities of employees
• Participative behavior 


  leader behavior that encourages members to assume an active role in group planning and decision making