If a team shows high competence and varied commitment, which leadership style is most appropriate?

• A. Delegating
• B. Coaching
• C. Directing
• D. Supporting

Answer: (D)

When followers are technically capable but their motivation varies, you tailor leadership to provide support rather than hands-on direction. The right approach is a Supporting style: you stay available to help and coach when needed, remove obstacles, and encourage autonomy, while giving them room to act. This matches high competence because tasks can be handled with less supervision, and it accommodates fluctuating commitment by offering steady encouragement and guidance without micromanaging. If commitment becomes consistently high, you could shift toward delegating; if confidence or skills dip again, you’d adapt toward more coaching or directing.