If a manager has, overall, a competent and motivated workforce, what style of leadership would Hersey and Blanchard prefer to be used if said manager could only choose one?
A) delegating
B) directing
C) coaching
D) supporting

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Hersey and Blanchard's situational leadership model suggests that the most appropriate leadership style depends on the maturity and competence of the followers. For a competent and motivated workforce, a delegating style is preferred, as it allows for autonomy and less direct supervision, recognizing the team's ability to handle tasks independently.

If a Manager Has, Overall, a Competent and Motivated Workforce