Pat is something of a cheerleader around his team. He shares his vision and expresses his confidence in his team's ability to achieve his vision. He is quick to compliment and acknowledge team members' accomplishments, and he is enthusiastic about their successes. According to revised path-goal theory, Pat is using a(n) ______ leadership style.

Question

A. achievement-oriented
B. path-goal clarifying
C. interaction facilitation
D. value-based
E. relationship-oriented

Answer 1

D. value-based

According to House's revised path-goal theory, those with a value-based leadership style establish a vision, display passion for it, and support its accomplishment. They communicate high performance expectations and confidence in others' abilities to meet their goals. They give frequent positive feedback and demonstrate self-confidence.