Fiedler’s model seeks for the appropriate combination between the leadership style and environmental circumstances with an aim to determine the most efficient leadership outcome.

Situational theory. This approach also emphasizes that the leadership style is contingent. The premise of the situational theory: Leadership is shaped by the demands of situations where employees are the situational variables.

The premise of the situational theory: Leadership is shaped by the demands of situations where employees are the situational variables.

Situational theory was originated by Hershey and Blanchard.

This theory refers to two primary leadership styles which are directive and supportive.