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Path Goal Theory: Factors Affecting Interpersonal Relationships

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A leader would assign task, and then clear any roadblocks. I would see roadblocks as material things, such as funding, adding additional personnel or equipment.
House (1996) discussed the scope of his theory he stated "It concerns relationships between formally appointed superiors in their day to day functioning." (p325)
This I understood, what I did not understand prior was the Behaviors between Leader, follower and environment. The relationship is what I did not recognize as a leading cause to this theory working. I did not understand how the leaders behavior could influence their followers level of commitment.
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