MGST 391 Lecture Notes - Trait Theory, Time Management, Decision-Making
28 Apr 2013
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Leaders have certain qualities (inborn or acquired) e. g. helicopter factor i. e certain traits makes a person good leader. A manager"s style is the way in which the manager handles his relationship with the task and with subordinates. Leadership is an interpersonal process and is affected by behavior. To create an effective group, characteristics of followers should match with characteristics of leader. Manager suggests own ideas and asks comments. Manager suggests his idea and amends as per comments. Manager presents problem, asks for ideas and makes a decision. Manager presents a problem and asks to solve it. Manager allows his subordinates to act freely within prescribed limits. Wholly people oriented: expect high level of performance, employee centered, no close supervision, participative style. Manager makes decisions but convince to motivate them. They have better idea of what to do. Factors which contribute to the success of leader: Following are different forms of powers in an organization:
