Merger

• With the takeover of DMJSL, the organizational culture is going through a dramatic change. Implementing the change requires strong leadership skills, where DMJSL have decided to follow the Path-Goal Leadership model.

Path-Goal Leadership Theory

• Based in part on the expectancy theory of motivation, Path-Goal leadership theory was initially articulated by Robert House in the 1970’s. The theory that a subordinate’s ability to perform certain work tasks in proportional to the amount of direction and clarification of the paths that lead to the goals of organization.
• This means that if an employee is given clearly articulated instructions and demonstration of what to do, then the chance the employee will succeed is greatly enhanced.
• Path-goal theory argues that a subordinate’s motivation, satisfaction and performance are dependent on the leade...