Topic > The Importance of Task-Oriented Leadership - 707

For example, a well-structured group with a weak leader-member relationship would benefit from someone who uses a relational, oriented leadership approach. Already structured, task-oriented groups would not need additional structure or direction to achieve a goal, but could benefit from a leader who makes them feel part of a team. Conversely, groups or teams that lack structure or a strong leader-member relationship might benefit from the structure and discipline provided by a task-oriented leader. Overall, the decision should ultimately be determined by the overall needs of the group or team involved