path goal theory

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Leadership concept that the subordinates accept a leader's behavior only so far as they view it as resulting in immediate or future benefit. Thus, a leader's main function is to 'clear a path' to the realization of the subordinates' goals; he or she must choose the behavior patterns that are most applicable in helping the subordinates get what they want.


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