LEADERSHIP

Leadership is the ability to persuade others to seek defined goals enthusiastically. The leader’s role to motivate is equivalent in effect to that of a chemical that turns pupa into a butterfly with all the beauty, which the pupa was possessing. Leadership transforms potential into reality.

INTRODUCTION

On the basis of the various definition, there are certain need for leadership. These are the following:-

1. The Key to Leadership is InfluenceThe very essence of he leadership role in a work situation is found in the extent to which an executive can influence the behaviour of his fellow executives along the lines he himself desires.

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NEED FOR LEADERSHIP

2. It involves the Leader and his Followers A specific goal and a situation to act upon Leaders role are different. These roles are

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3. There is a reciprocal relationship between the leader and his followers

A leader not only influences his group but is also influenced by it. This relationship may be formal or informal

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4. A leader must be acceptable to his followers

Leadership has to be earned it cannot be nominated, appointed or conferred. When an individual is acceptable by the people as their leader and give the right to guide, his followers become his subordinates and respond to him as leader.

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5. The leader gain influence through their speech and behaviours

A person who consistently speaks first builds a reputation and is generally possessing leadership qualities.

CLASSIFICATION OF LEADERSHIP

1. Autocratic Style An autocrat is the one who takes all

decisions by himself and expects to be obeyed by his subordinates.

The subordinates have no scope to question the superior.

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2. Bureaucratic Style This type of leadership style is more

followed in government departments. The bureaucrats often follow rules and regulations in totality. They do not use their discretion, even to do away with mere formalities.

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3. Consultative Style In this type the leader consults his

subordinates before taking a decision. The leader feels, that it is always

advisable to consult the subordinates. This type of leader is more open minded and would welcome suggestions from the subordinates before making a decision.

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4. Participative Style In this type the leader not only consults

the subordinates but allow s them to take part in decision making.

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5. Laissez-fair Style In this style, the leader shares the problem

with the group. He acts more as a chairperson in generating and evaluating alternatives in search of group consensus. He is prepared to do what the group wants to do.

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6. Paternalistic Style This style aims at creating a family

atmosphere within the organisation. The leader is respected and treated as a father figure by the subordinates.

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7. Missionary Style Missionary type of leaders attempt to run

their organisation like a social club. They believe that good fellowship or friendship is more important than productivity. Their attitude is to keep people happy even at the cost of the organisation.

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8. Neurocratic Style A neurocrat leader is like Adolf Hitler. A

neurocrat is highly task oriented and wants to get the things done at cost. He is highly sensitive and gets quickly upset or failures. He is often eccentric and emotional.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSBILITIES OF A LEADER

a. He represents the company and its purpose, ideas philosophy and problems, so as to those who are working within company as well as those outside.

b. He initiates all measures that are necessary for the purpose of ensuring the health and progress of the company.

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c. He administrates the company by arranging, planning, organising, directing, coordinating and controlling the company’s activities.

d. He takes a decision and finds out alternative methods of action.

e. He identifies the group goals. He help the group to obtain them.

MANAGER AS A LEADER

A manger is a dynamic, life saving element in any business. Without his leadership the resources of production remain resources only and never become production. In competitive economy, above all, indeed they determine its survival.