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What are the functions of Leadership ?

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Question added by AHMED IMRUL KAYES , Senior Consultant , HR Bangladesh Ltd.
Date Posted: 2015/01/17
Shukri Adan
by Shukri Adan , HR & Administrative assistant , Kenya Airport Authority

What Leaders Do

 

John Adair is one writer who has created his own list of what leaders do. His list is linked into his Action-Centred Leadership model which uses the headings of "Task", "Group" and "Individual".

 

 

 

Task Functions

  • Define the task.
  • Devise a workable plan.
  • Brief team members on the task and their role.
  • Delegate work to team members.
  • Allocate resources.
  • Check the quality of the work.
  • Control the pace of work.
  • Keep the team focused on the plan.
  • Evaluate progress and modify the plan accordingly.

Group Functions

  • Set standards and an example.
  • Maintain discipline.
  • Build team spirit.
  • Maintain morale.
  • Give encouragement.
  • Motivate members to achieve success.
  • Keep open communication.
  • Train in appropriate skills.
  • Deal constructively to resolve conflicts.
  • Avoid getting too deeply embroiled with the task itself.
  • Appoint sub-leaders where appropriate.

Individual Functions

 

  • Involve all team members in discussions and activity.
  • Seek out and use individuals' abilities.
  • Bring in the quieter members.
  • Control overactive members.
  • Use special skills.
  • Establish previous experience.
  • Offer constructive feedback.
  • Praise, support and encourage.
  • Avoid taking sides in an argument.