Scenario 1
In Scenario 1, the supervisor faces the task of delegating the duty to a junior employee who seems to be sufficiently experienced. By selecting action A, the leaders demonstrate a representative model of leadership in which followers are given the opportunity to participate in decision-making. According to style 1, the leader respects their followers' passion, clarifies the aims, and defines the limits of fulfilling the assigned tasks. In this case, the situational stage, S4, better describes the scenario where the leader respects the follower, allows for autonomy, but also has control on the whole mechanism as the leader delegated the duties.
Situation 2
In situation 2, the leader is faced with the challenge of correcting one of the incompetent employees without killing her enthusiasm and morale. Since the follower falls at D1 with high commitment but low competence. By choosing action C, the leader demonstrates a supportive leadership style S3, thereby giving room for followers to learning under their guidance and supervision.
Situation 3
In situation 3, the followers have the required experience and understanding for the role, but they lack motivation. To improve their commitment and performance, S2 style leadership will help the leaders in coaching and support them so that they can be motivated and gain interest. Therefore, action C will help in involving all the group members and to seek their ideas and opinions, hence, motivate them to be engaged in the group activities. This action reflects a team leadership style.
Situation 4
Situation 4 presents followers with the right skills needed to perform the assigned task but lacks confidence in their ability to deliver. The best action for the leader is action C. By listening to them and assuring their ability; they will be able to gain confidence and perform better.