Path-Goal Theory of Leadership

Abstract

The paper reviews the path-goal theory of leadership. This theory states that a leader's behavior is important for good performance as a function of its impact on subordinates' perceptions of paths to goals and the attractiveness of the goals. When leader behavior clarifies these goals or makes them more attractive the satisfaction, performance, and the leader acceptance is expected to increase. The specific relationship between leader behavior and these criteria will depend upon the personality of the subordinate and the existing task environment. The paper discusses these complex relationships in some detail.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA009513

Entities

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  • Robert J. House
  • Terence Mitchell

Organizations

  • University of Washington

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  • Biomedical

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  • Applied Psychology
  • Behavioral Sciences
  • Commerce
  • Contracts
  • Directives
  • Health Care
  • Human Behavior
  • Job Satisfaction
  • Leadership
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Research
  • Motor Skills
  • Personality
  • Psychology
  • Social Psychology
  • United States
  • United States Government

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