The most interesting part of the situational leadership theory is the fact that it actually adds a third dimension to it when you compare it with Blake and Mouton. This third dimension is the followers� readiness. The theory shows what the preferred leadership style is and what amount of flexibility is present. Then, this insight can be brought into relation with the readiness of the followers. Now we not only look at a leadership style, but also at its fit to the related group of followers
Another important aspect of this theory is its assumption that the followers� readiness might change and therefore the leadership style might change. Here we see an interaction that can be made into a great tool for a leader or manager. The manager can alter his or her leadership style according to the readiness of his or her followers. All he has to do is to observe and learn to correctly recognize the readiness level.