Situational Leadership: A Generic Day-to-Day Model

The video discusses situational leadership, emphasizing the need for leaders to adapt their style based on the competence and commitment of their team members. It introduces a four-box model of leadership styles: instructing, persuading, assisting, and entrusting, each suited to different stages of learner development. The video also highlights the importance of balancing instruction and support, understanding individual needs, and managing risks effectively.

What are the two primary indicators used in modern models of situational leadership?

Describe the four learning stages that learners go through in situational leadership.

What is the leadership style recommended for a low capability but high enthusiasm beginner?

How should a leader adapt their style for an emerging capability intermediate whose enthusiasm varies?

Explain the difference between low support and no support in the context of situational leadership.

What is the importance of understanding the risks in a situation as a leader?

What does it mean to allow people to fail safely in a leadership context?