2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction to leader and leadership
Characteristics of leadership
Qualities of leadership
Roles
Difference between good and bad leadership
Importance of leader in organization
3. INTRODUCTION
A leader is "a person who influences a group of
people towards the achievement of a goal“.
A mnemonic would be 3P's –
Person
People
Purpose
6. Characteristics of leadership
For the effective leadership, the leader must
have the following capabilities:
i. Communication.
ii. Integrity.
iii. Accountability
iv. Empathy
v. Humility
vi. Resilience
vii. Vision
viii. Influence
ix. Positivity
x. Delegation
xi. Confidence
7. Qualities of leadership
Honesty and integrity
Confidence
Inspire Others
Commitment and Passion
Good Communicator
Decision Making Capabilities
Accountability
Delegation and Empowerment
Creativity and Innovation
Empathy
Resilience
Emotional Intelligence
Humility
Transparency
Vision and Purpose
8. Roles of team leader:
Manager or supervisor: Responsible for overseeing all activities within a team.
Strategist: Responsible for deciding how to approach tasks and develop a plan to
accomplish them.
Communicator: Responsible for distributing information to team members and
stakeholders.
Organizer: Responsible for keeping track of and structuring various tasks,
employees and documents.
Goal setter: Responsible for determining the goals that members will work
toward.
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10. Importance of leader in an organization
Leaders are to clarify and communicate the vision and mission of the organization to the
people which provides employees with an understanding of the organizational direction and
allows them to clearly understand their roles and responsibilities.
Leaders communicate the policies and plans to the people of the organization as these play
an important role in ensuring the achievement of the organizational goals.
Leaders provide a structured approach which is able to generate a plan of action that
effectively meets the organizational goals.
The commitment and enthusiasm of leaders shape the common goals of the organization and
provides inspiration and motivation for people to perform at a high level.
Leaders provide encouragement to people for openly contributing and discussing new ideas in
a positive environment.
Leaders have an open and engaging relationship with the people.
Good leadership can help the organization remain focused during a time of crisis, reminding
the people of their achievements and encourage them to set short term, achievable goals.