What is situational leadership?

The situational leadership model adjusts its approach according to how prepared or mature teams are. Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard created this theory which proposes that leaders should not rely on one style across all situations.

Instead, leaders assess the competence and commitment of their team and choose from four primary leadership styles: Telling, Selling, Participating, and Delegating. The approach enables leaders to deliver suitable support and direction that matches the specific requirements of each person.