Jane in Accounting Learns Path-Goal

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Meet
JANE
she runs an accounting firm. 
JANE
Right now,
tHEY'RE CONFUSED
Work is Late
What do I do?
how to help her team
they hate me
struggles with
BECAUSE:
And it frustrates 
her at work
Profits are down
A
Morale is down
It shouldn't be so hard
B
C
Oh
no!
JANE
That is, before
...
...
...
Consultants with BUS 340
SOLVEd
problems
for JANE
all those
Identify her Leader Behavior
1st
Jane gives frequent praise, highlights effective behavior, and organizes weekly luncheons. 
but it's not working!
Time for something new
C
Achievement-oriented?
Directive?
Participative?
Sounds like Jane is using a supportive style. Would a different approach work better? 
Consider situation characteristics
2nd
Hmm- the work is complex, varied from day to day, and often ambiguous.

Wish there was more guidance!
Give plenty of guidance
Provide clear expectations
Set explicit deadlines
Try the directive approach, Jane!
Consider subordinates' characteristics
3rd
Mira doesn't like to be told what to do. She has worked here for a long time and prefers to have a say in how things run.
Provide opportunities for her to make decisions
Involve Mira in planning
Seek her input
With Mira, a participative approach should do the trick!
We're new- we aren't ready to be involved with planning!
We would benefit from guidance on how to perform more successfully
Offer constructive ciritque
Set clear goals
Provide support & encouragement
With these employees, try achievement-oriented behavior. 
So
JANE
gets started
RIGHT AWAY!
Consider the work
Consider who is doing that work
Modify my leadership style
Participative
Achievement-Oriented
Look how
Jane is
happy
wow

Jane in Accounting Learns Path-Goal

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