Edward Deci, Richard Ryan
Sergio Caredda
Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2004). Handbook of self-determination research. University Of Rochester Press.
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A recent model of leadership competencies (Towler, 2020) has been derived from well-established scientific principles because it incorporates self-determination theory into the model (Fowler, 2018). The model posits that leaders need to nurture their subordinates’ basic psychological needs including autonomy, relatedness, and competence (Deci and Ryan, 2004).
Leaders show competence in autonomy when they encourage their subordinates to realize that they have choices and their behaviour is under their own control. Leaders who allow autonomy are less likely to demand accountability or apply pressure. When leaders show relatedness, they show their subordinates that they care about their contribution to the team and sustain connectedness. Effective leaders also make their employees feel competent by encouraging them to demonstrate their skills and allowing them to grow and flourish.
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