The wise leader moves to a more activating role during this stage, encouraging members to assume the leadership positions they seek, stimulating them to pursue responsibility as well as influence. Interdependence is the mature stage of group development. Members work together to maintain the group and accomplish its goals. They recognize the contributions of each member and the importance of these for the group. At this point the group can function well with minimal leadership.
Members share the leadership responsibilities.
The group can succeed with a democratic or laissez-faire leadership style. The leadership style also may vary with the amount of time available for decision making. Generally, it takes longer to make decisions through group involvement. If time is critical, as in emergencies, the leather may need to be autocratic- a controller who makes the decision, issues orders and worries about how the group feels later. The amount of power the leader has over followers also limits the choice of leadership style.