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Appendix D
Contingency Theory of Leadership
Description of work environment | A bartender has to be fast-paced, work well under stress, have customer focused at all times and be able to be detail oriented along with multi-task. A big role in the bartending business is having outstanding communication skills, such as being a good listener. Most importantly a bartender needs to be punctual and dependable. These are actually all major strengths of this job description. Prepare drinks, have the work area clean. Sometimes duties require taking orders for food and drinks, collect money, and keep glassware clean. Having money-handling experience is a plus. Being able to stand on your feet for long periods of time and it is important to present yourself in a well groomed manner. Sometimes this job may also require you to work all shifts, and be able to lift at least 20 pounds. |
In the table below, categorize different leadership approaches that could be used in the work environment you have described. Provide different suggestions for each of the four approaches to leadership.
Directive approach | Supportive approach |
Transfer of WisdomProvides advice or directionInsightsExperience and expertiseGive a solutionListens | Evaluate new technologiesTeam basedTighter training programThey offer best adviceEye contactSmile and ListenCustomer satisfaction |
Participative approach | Achievement-oriented approach |
Establishing new servicesExpanding existing servicesNeeds assessmentBrings BenefitsInvolving new peopleIncreasing Services | Skills and KnowledgeLeadershipGoal orientedAlternative Solutions |
Leadership recommendation | Effective leadership begins with a correct mindset. The mind-set is founded upon an individual’s willingness to lead, to serve others. An effective leader desires the opportunity to step up, to be involved in controlling not only his or hers personal actions, but the actions of those being led. The...
Appendix D
Contingency Theory of Leadership
Description of work environment | A bartender has to be fast-paced, work well under stress, have customer focused at all times and be able to be detail oriented along with multi-task. A big role in the bartending business is having outstanding communication skills, such as being a good listener. Most importantly a bartender needs to be punctual and dependable. These are actually all major strengths of this job description. Prepare drinks, have the work area clean. Sometimes duties require taking orders for food and drinks, collect money, and keep glassware clean. Having money-handling experience is a plus. Being able to stand on your feet for long periods of time and it is important to present yourself in a well groomed manner. Sometimes this job may also require you to work all shifts, and be able to lift at least 20 pounds. |
In the table below, categorize different leadership approaches that could be used in the work environment you have described. Provide different suggestions for each of the four approaches to leadership.
Directive approach | Supportive approach |
Transfer of WisdomProvides advice or directionInsightsExperience and expertiseGive a solutionListens | Evaluate new technologiesTeam basedTighter training programThey offer best adviceEye contactSmile and ListenCustomer satisfaction |
Participative approach | Achievement-oriented approach |
Establishing new servicesExpanding existing servicesNeeds assessmentBrings BenefitsInvolving new peopleIncreasing Services | Skills and KnowledgeLeadershipGoal orientedAlternative Solutions |
Leadership recommendation | Effective leadership begins with a correct mindset. The mind-set is founded upon an individual’s willingness to lead, to serve others. An effective leader desires the opportunity to step up, to be involved in controlling not only his or hers personal actions, but the actions of those being led. The...