Critics towards Situational Approaches

The situational approach has also got some criticism:

  • This approach does not have a strong body of research findings to justify the assumptions and propositions set forth by the approach.
  • It is not clear how subordinates move from low development levels to high development levels and how commitment changes over time for subordinates.
  • The model does not address how demographic characteristics affect employees' preferences for leadership
  • It does not provide guidance how leaders can use this model in group settings (Northouse, 2007, p. 111).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Sirje Virkus, Tallinn University, 2009