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Directing Style is for people who lack competence but are enthusiastic and
committed. They need direction and supervision to get started.
Coaching Style is for people who have some competence but lack commitment. They
need direction, inspiration, and supervision because they are still relatively
inexperienced. They also need support and praise to build their self-esteem, and
involvement in decision-making to restore their commitment.
Supporting Style is for people who have competence, but lack confidence or
motivation. They do not need much direction because of their skills, but support is
necessary to bolster their confidence and motivation.
Delegating Style is for people who have both competence and commitment. They are
able and willing to work on projects. They just need inspiration from the leader.
Depending on your employees' competences in their task areas and commitment to
them, your leadership style may vary from one person to another. You may also lead
the same person one way sometimes and another way at other times. Use a variety of
leadership styles in directing and supporting the work of others and make them a
second nature to you in your roles as a manager and as a parent.