The PathGoal Theory of Leadership spells out the various situations leaders face with their followers and guides the approach the leader can take to get effective results. Robert House and his research associates get credit for developing the pathgoal theory. This is considered a situational leadership theory.
Johnson and Hackman book on Leadership (Affiliate): https://amzn.to/2Yt9XLn
Alex Lyon's Book (Affiliate Link) Case Studies in Courageous Communication: https://amzn.to/3g7bbUi
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