This document provides an overview of leadership theories and definitions of leadership. It discusses early trait theories and behavioral theories of leadership. It also summarizes situational leadership theory and contingency models of leadership. The document examines different definitions of leadership and explores the differences between leadership and management.

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5. CORE CHARACTERISTICS OF LEADERSHIP Actions focus on influencing behavior Systematic and continuous series of actions Influence is directed toward achieving group goals A single individual usually fulfills the role for a group Influence is viewed by followers as reasonable & justified

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21. Representation of Fiedler’s Contingency Model Situational Control High Control Situations Moderate Control Situations Low Control Situations Leader-member relations Task Structure Position Power Good Good Good High High High Strong Weak Strong Good Poor Poor Low High High Weak Strong Strong Poor Poor Low Low Strong Weak Situation I II III IV V VI VII VIII Optimal Leadership Style Task Motivated Leadership Relationship Motivated Leadership Task Motivated Leadership