Never trust who sells leadership theories
Leadership does not belong to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines: leadership does not respond to binary principles and is not managed by a cause-effect direct connection. As a matter of fact leadership involves a wide spectrum of variables, approaches and inputs. It does not have a right or wrong outcome and is made by a connection of behaviors, environmental and situational factors that may radically influence leadership efficiency and effectiveness.
Individuals who sells a formula for working leadership shouldn’t be trusted: leadership cannot be reduced to a recipe. There has never been and there will never be a one size fits all for leadership.
The good news is that already back in the 60’s many psychologist recognized this aspect of leadership and developed some theories of situational leadership. These theories may be your starting (learning) point if you are planning to become a leader.
Leadership styles can be categorized into numerous groups, but to make a long story short three are particularly prevalent.
Behavioral Theory: This theory suggests that effective leadership can be learned and developed through observation, training, and practice. Instead of asking “What traits make a great leader?” behavioral theory asks, “What…
