Carlos is considered a hands$-$off leader. He prides himself on being able to hire skilled team members and then letting them take initiative and responsibility for their tasks. John has been on Carlos$$s team for six months, and feels that he is not competent enough and, therefore, becomes less motivated. What should Carlos do to help John?

a$.$ Carlos should give John his space as John is a self$-$reliant achiever.

b$.$ Carlos should continue his hands$-$off approach but recognize John$$s accomplishments every now and then.

c$.$ Carlos should listen to and encourage John and also coach John to accomplish tasks.

d$.$ Carlos should adopt a directing leadership style as John scores high on commitment.