Leadership Prepared by Rachel Farrell Leadership key words

Leadership Prepared by Rachel Farrell

Leadership key words n n Direction Delegation Coordinating Motivating

Leadership n n A leader is a person who gives direction by guiding people towards achievieng goals. They delegate tasks and responsibilities to others in order to involve them, share the work load and reduce stress.

n n They coordinate the efforts of all staff in order to ensure that harmony and common goals are achieved. They motivate staff by being aware of the factors that entice workers to be more productive.

The three types of leader are: n n n Authoritarian/Autocratic Democratic Free-rein

Authoritarian Autocratic Leader n n n Gives plenty of direction as they always tell people what to do. They do not delegate well as they think that they can do things best. They communicate mostly downwards.

n n n They motivate by fear. Worker morale may be low under this type of leader. Eg. Hitler

Democratic Leader n n n Gives good direction as they guide people towards a common goal. Will delegate work to ensure all are involved and included. Communicates both downward and upward, listens to suggestions & feedback.

n n n Motivates by encouraging and including all staff. Worker morale will be high as they feel valued. Eg. Barak Obama

Laissez-faire Leader n n n Does not give much direction. Delegates a lot of tasks & responsibilities. Communicates both upward & downward. Motivates by giving freedom to workers. Worker morale may be high or low. Eg. Richard Branson.

Suggestion Read & discuss Leadership is an essential factor affecting business success By Agata Kołodyńska First Year B. E. S. T. Student T. C. D.