According to Yukl et al. (2002), relations-oriented leadership behaviour includes five
specific leadership behaviour components: (1) supporting, i.e. acting considerate, showing
sympathy and support when someone is upset or anxious, and providing encouragement and
support when there is a difficult, stressful task; (2) developing, i.e. providing coaching and
advice, providing opportunities for skill development, and helping people learn how to
improve their skills; (3) recognizing, i.e. providing praise and recognition for effective
performance, significant achievements, special contributions, and performance improvements;
(4) consulting, i.e. checking with people before making decisions that affect them,
encouraging participation in decision making, and using the ideas and suggestions of others;
(5) empowering, i.e. allowing substantial responsibility and discretion in work activities, and
trusting people to solve problems and make decisions without getting prior approval (Yukl et
al., 2002, p. 25)