1. In discussing the accuracy of the following statement: “Contingency theories don't work because they assume leaders can adjust their style to the situation. In reality, people have a preferred leadership style that they can't easily change”, it is apparent that human conformity plays an integral role here. It must be asserted that contingency theories do expect a great deal of a leader, which is why many leaders may not be able to conform to what a situation demands of them. In contrast to this, leaders prefer to implement their own styles that would encompass as many situations as possible. However, this would mean not being able to fulfill all roles required of a leader, whereas, a contingency theory would allow a leader to encompass all roles. Therefore, it can be asserted that contingency theories do not or may not be effective because some leaders do have a tough time adjusting their own styles to situations at hand.

2. Three types of trust that may be contrasted include: 1. trust in the management, 2. trust in strategic decision-making teams and, 3. trust across subgroups in an organization.

Trust in the management is the fundamental requirement for employees to work with a free mind and perform their tasks without worry. This type of trust refers to day-to-day operations.