 In the mid 1970s, a great deal of research was dedicated to the contingency model and path-goal theory (Schriesheim, 1997).The contingency model stated that various leadership styles would be more or less effective depending on the situation (Den Hartog & Koopman, 2001; Fiedler, 1965; Hunt, 1967).Path-goal theory proposed that subordinates would be satisfied with their leader if they perceived that their leader's behavior would bring them future satisfaction.