El modelo de liderazgo situacional de Blanchard

Leadership Theories: Resonant and Situational

Overview of Leadership Theories

• Introduction to two major leadership theories: Daniel Goleman's Resonant Leadership and Ken Blanchard's Situational Leadership.

• Key quote from Blanchard: "The key to good leadership is influence, not authority," emphasizing the importance of positively influencing team members.

Key Aspects of Situational Leadership

• Situational Leadership has 50 years of experience and remains relevant in modern courses and master's programs.

• Unlike other leadership theories that focus on the leader's behavior, this theory emphasizes the development phases of team members during their learning process.

• It is a dynamic theory that evolves with both the competence and commitment levels of team members over time.

Phases of Learning in Situational Leadership

Phase 1: Enthusiastic Beginner

• When assigned a new task, a member enters a learning curve with four distinct phases.

• In the first phase, known as "Enthusiastic Beginner," individuals are highly motivated but lack competence in their new role.

• Leaders must provide significant direction by explaining protocols, resources, and actions needed for success.

Phase 2: Disillusioned Learner

• As time progresses, the enthusiastic beginner transitions into an "Apprentice Disillusioned," gaining some knowledge but feeling insecure about their abilities.

• This phase requires continued direction along with emotional support to help them navigate challenges while building confidence.

Required Leadership Styles for Each Phase

For Enthusiastic Beginners

• The most suitable leadership style is authoritative direction due to their need for guidance as they learn.

For Disillusioned Learners

Learning Phases in Competence Development

Transitioning from Disillusionment to Capability

• The learner progresses from a state of disillusionment to becoming a capable executor, demonstrating improved competencies over time.

• At this stage, the worker requires less direction and more support, especially during moments of uncertainty or indecision.

• Using the bicycle analogy, the learner feels confident on flat terrain but struggles with challenges like steep hills or rough surfaces.

Characteristics of the Capable Executor

• The capable executor shows significant improvement in competence and motivation compared to earlier phases.

• Leadership styles such as coaching and leading by example become essential for reinforcing learning at this stage.

Achieving Independence and Mastery

• Once mastery is achieved, the individual becomes an independent expert who no longer needs direction or support.

• This expert can handle typical situations effectively and is ready for delegation of tasks due to their high level of preparation.

Delegation and Democratic Leadership

• Leaders can begin delegating responsibilities confidently to these experts while maintaining a level of democratic leadership that values their input.

• Consulting experienced team members enhances decision-making for leaders while fostering involvement among team members.

Dynamic Learning Process

• The learning curve is dynamic; as new tasks are introduced, individuals may revert to earlier stages of learning.