In 1862, Robert E. Lee sent Jefferson Davis a dispatch to demonstrate his leadership style.
“I
will keep you informed of everything of importance that transpires,” he
wrote. “When you do not hear from me, you may feel sure that I do not
think it necessary to trouble you. I shall feel obliged to you for any
directions you may think proper to give.”
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Situational leadership changes depending on the type of leadership (direction and support) each of your employee’s needs. Emotional leadership is based more on the theory of emotional intelligences and relates to the situation at hand.
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