11.12 3-D MODEL OF LEADERSHIP FOR CHANGE

William J. Reddin, has an OD programme called 3-D management. This programme, like the managerial grid, is organised around consideration and structure; however, it also is stated that these two orientations can be used in combination or can be ignored by a manager, giving a choice of four styles. Since any of these four styles can be effective or ineffective, there are eight managerial style options available. The 3-D programme is built around a study of these eight style options. When they are assembled into a chart, the result is a three-dimensional structure, hence, the origin of the term “3-D management.” (Fig. 11.10).

 

The 3-D system is materially different from the other two systems mentioned because ...

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