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Great Man
The basic idea is that the leaders of the great historical processes were born for it, was not the historical context or socio-economic which formed -
Trait theory
Leaders are born, not made. Identifie a set of characteristics or traits that distinguished leaders from the followers. -
Power of Influence
This theory refers to the ability of a leader to influence his followers, and to the extent that they will follow him. -
Behavioral theory
Researchers are trying to identify differences in the behavior of effective leaders, those effective against us. Attempts to explain the distinctive styles used by effective leaders and define the nature of their work. -
Contingency theory of leadership.
The theory emphasizes the importance of situational factors, including the nature of the work performed, the environment and the characteristics of followers. -
Transactional
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Transformational
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Inclusive leadership theory
Researchers combine past theories to explain successful relationships of influence between the leader and his followers. Identify behaviors and traits that facilitate the effectiveness of the leader and explored because the behavior of the leader may have different effect on his followers.