Mahatma Gandhi (1869 - 1948)
Leadership Analysis: Situational Leadership Theory
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Analysis of Gandhi via this theory
The Hersey-Blanchard�s situational theory is the best leadership theory in my opinion. In this theory, not only the task behavior, but also the follower�s behaviors are considered. Like the Blake and Mouton� grid, a two dimensional chart is used. Two elements - task and leader/follower�s relation are used as the two dimensions of the chart. There are four maturity levels of the follower:

M1: unable and unwilling;
M2: able but unwilling;
M3: unable but willing;
M4: able and willing.

For these situations, Hersey-Blanchard proposed four different leadership styles - Telling, Selling, Participating and Delegating. Depending on the level of follower�s maturity and task structures, a leader may choose any one of the four styles.
"You must be the change you wish to see in the world."
                                      - Mahatma Gandhi
Introduction
Short Biography
Leadership Analysis
Blake-Mouton's Managerial Grid
Situational Leadership Theory
Servant Leadership Theory
Charismatic Leadership Theory
Principle Centered Leadership
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