17.4.4. Directing and motivating the subordinates: He directs and stimulates his subordinates to
work for the accomplishment of the enterprise goals and objectives. By issuing clear, complete and
concise orders, he presents his followers with a challenge which they take pride in meeting effecitvely.
17.4.5 Connection between management and workers: He interprets the management policies
and programmes to his subordinates and represents the subordinates interest before the management.
Qualities of a good Leader (i) Must have a good physical and mental personality.
(ii) Stability in his emotions.
(iii) Thorough understanding and better judgement and far sightedness.
(iv) Balanced approach and well behaved.
(v) Ability to guide and motivate subordinates.
(vi) Excellent communicating skill
(vii) Must be social
(viii) Technical superiority with sound general education and expertise.
(ix) Sincere, honest and fair indealing.
(x) Corrage to accept responsibility.
17.5 IMPORTANCE OF LEADERSHIP More failures of business concerns are attributable to poor leadership than any other cause. This
emphasises the importance of leadership in achieving the organisational goals.
17.5.1 Determination of goals: A leader carries out the creative function of laying down goals and
policies for the followers.
17.5.2 Organisation of activities: A good leader divides organisational activities among the employees
in a systematic way. It helps to reduce the chance of comflict between them.
17.5.3 Accomplishment of coordination: A leader directs and unifies the efforts of the individuals
of a group for the accomplishment of roganisational goals.
17.5.4 Providng guidance: A good leader guides the subordinates and is available for advice
whenever they face any problem.