Sean is probably having problems because the type of leadership he is showing is at odds with the environmental structure of this Snazzi store, or doesn't fit with his staff's personal characteristics." Stick with one model throughout. Which leadership theory will you choose? Select an option from the choices below and click Submit. Path-goal theory: There is a failure by Sean to match his leadership style to the task structure or the personal characteristics of his staff. Hersey and Blanchard's situational leadership theory: There is an unwillingness or inability on the part of Sean's staff to accomplish their set tasks. The Fiedler contingency model: There is a mismatch between Sean's leadership style and the situation at the store