The prime function of team leader is to achieve the tasks in time with maximum efficiency of his team according to the standards with available resources.
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Subanu Perera , Head of Sales , Fairway Hotels and Resorts
I see a leader defined as follows;
(1) A leader must have a vision to drive. This is the prime requirement.
(2) manage by example
(3) knowledgeable and qualified
(4) respect members
(5) maintains credibility all the time
(6) Absorb failures to him/her self and distribute success among the team
(7) Un-bias
(8) Very organised
(9) Loves innovation, change and continuous improvement
(10) Excellent communicator