Situational Leadership Quick Decision Tree

🎯 Quick Decision Tree

For Situational Leadership & Management

When in doubt, ask yourself:
❶ What does this SITUATION require of me right now?
❷ What does this PERSON need from me in this moment?
❸ How can I connect AUTHENTICALLY while meeting this need?

⚙️ Management Mode

  • Crisis or urgent deadline
  • Clear standards violated
  • Safety/compliance issue
  • New team member needs direction
  • Process needs control

🔄 Hybrid Approach

  • Complex situation with multiple needs
  • Manage the urgent, lead the ultimate
  • High stakes + development opportunity
  • Structure needed with empowerment

🌟 Leadership Mode

  • Development opportunity
  • Motivation/confidence building
  • Innovation needed
  • Long-term capability building
  • Change requires buy-in
Remember: The goal isn't to be perfect—it's to be PRESENT to what your people actually need in each moment.