The Path to Leadership (Scenario)
Bassema is a manager of the nightshift in a nursing home. She has been reading literature on House's path- goal theory and would like to apply that information to becoming a better leader.
-Bassema generally lets subordinates know what's expected of them, schedules work to be done, and gives specific guidance as to how to accomplish tasks. She would be termed a(n) _________leader.

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According to House's path-goal theory, a directive leader provides specific guidance and instruction to subordinates, which aligns with Bassema's management style of letting subordinates know what is expected of them and giving specific guidance on how to accomplish tasks.