Clear the path, then choose the style
Choose a Path-Goal leadership behavior based on the obstacle blocking performance.
Three obstacles The same sprint miss hides three different needs: clarity, support, and challenge. A single style treats the symptom, not the obstacle. Path-Goal theory Match behavior to the blocker Leader behavior is useful when it clarifies the path, supports the person, includes their voice, or raises the challenge. Bad shortcut Motivate everyone the same way Motivation improves because the obstacle changes. Diagnose the path blocker before choosing the style. 01 Clarify 02 Support 03 Stretch Ambiguous path Ren keeps reworking tickets because acceptance criteria change after review.
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