High Directive, Low Supportive
When: Low competence, high commitment
Action: Tell, instruct, supervise closely
High Directive, High Supportive
When: Some competence, low commitment
Action: Explain, guide, encourage
Low Directive, High Supportive
When: High competence, variable commitment
Action: Listen, facilitate, support
Low Directive, Low Supportive
When: High competence, high commitment
Action: Empower, trust, monitor from distance
Drag the situations to match the correct leadership style!
Match your style to the follower's development level
D1 → D2 → D3 → D4
High Task, High Relationship
→ Explain + Encourage
Low Task, Low Relationship
→ Empower + Trust
High Task, Low Relationship
→ Tell + Show
Low Task, High Relationship
→ Listen + Facilitate
You're just starting your leadership journey. Review the core concepts and practice with real scenarios.
Next Steps: Study the 4 styles deeply, focus on diagnosis
You understand the basics but need more practice in situational diagnosis.
Next Steps: Work on identifying competence vs. commitment signals
Strong grasp of situational leadership! You can handle most scenarios effectively.
Next Steps: Master Level-3 ethical dilemmas and edge cases
Exceptional! You demonstrate mastery of situational leadership principles.
Next Steps: Coach others, handle complex organizational scenarios