Week 7
The Path-Goal model is a theory based on defining the character or behavior of a leader
that best suits the organization achieving a goal. It is best to think of the path-goal theory as a
method in which leaders select particular actions that are best appropriate to the needs of
team and their workplace culture so that they can best guide people through their path in
achieving their daily goals (House, 1971).
Post a brief description of two strengths and two limitations of Path-Goal Theory as
applied in the field of public health.
There's several favorable strengths in Path-Goal Theory, which are: given the frameworks
for analyzing situations where a leader’s actions will motivate an individual's job performance in
four distinct leadership styles, the path-goal theory is unique in empowering people based on the
integration of Vroom's Expectancy Theory, and provides an excellent model for supporting
individuals (Farhan, 2018). While the theory has many positive strengths, it also has many
limitations, which are: the theory is quite complicated as noted by the stages of evolution, there
is limited support based on the several scientific validity studies, studies results have not given a
true connection between the conclusions and the theory of the path-goal, describing the link
between leader and individual (Farhan, 2018).
Then, compare (similarities and differences) Path-Goal Theory to Situational Theory of
leadership. Be specific.
Both theories suggest that leadership focuses on team encouragement and that leaders
will conform to their staff and workplaces (Farhan, 2018). Such theories suggest a versatile
approach to leadership, helping leaders to get the most out of their staff and respond quickly to
changes. The theory of situational leadership offers practical recommendations on how leaders
The Path-Goal model is a theory based on defining the character or behavior of a leader
that best suits the organization achieving a goal. It is best to think of the path-goal theory as a
method in which leaders select particular actions that are best appropriate to the needs of
team and their workplace culture so that they can best guide people through their path in
achieving their daily goals (House, 1971).
Post a brief description of two strengths and two limitations of Path-Goal Theory as
applied in the field of public health.
There's several favorable strengths in Path-Goal Theory, which are: given the frameworks
for analyzing situations where a leader’s actions will motivate an individual's job performance in
four distinct leadership styles, the path-goal theory is unique in empowering people based on the
integration of Vroom's Expectancy Theory, and provides an excellent model for supporting
individuals (Farhan, 2018). While the theory has many positive strengths, it also has many
limitations, which are: the theory is quite complicated as noted by the stages of evolution, there
is limited support based on the several scientific validity studies, studies results have not given a
true connection between the conclusions and the theory of the path-goal, describing the link
between leader and individual (Farhan, 2018).
Then, compare (similarities and differences) Path-Goal Theory to Situational Theory of
leadership. Be specific.
Both theories suggest that leadership focuses on team encouragement and that leaders
will conform to their staff and workplaces (Farhan, 2018). Such theories suggest a versatile
approach to leadership, helping leaders to get the most out of their staff and respond quickly to
changes. The theory of situational leadership offers practical recommendations on how leaders
