Researchthe following five leadership theories and include these in your matrix (use the matrix template provided):

• Trait theories of leadership
• Behavioral theories of leadership
• Contingency models of leadership
• Skills approaches to leadership
• Situational methods of leadership

Developthe definition and characteristics of various leadership theories and approaches to leadership (trait leadership, behavioral leadership, contingency leadership, skills leadership and situational leadership).

Provideone or more examples to support the definition or characteristics of each form of leadership.

Writeout your explanations in each section using about 350 words for each section.

Formatyour Leadership Theory Matrix with the template and consistent with APA guidelines.