The document discusses leadership, defining it as the ability of a superior to influence subordinates and motivate them to follow a particular course of action. It identifies important leadership characteristics like being adaptable, decisive, and confident. The document also outlines several theories of leadership and styles, including trait theory, behavioral theory, and contingency theory. Contingency theory models like Fiedler's and the path-goal theory are mentioned. Successful leaders highlighted include Tim Cook, Carlos Ghosn, and Sarfaraz Rehman, while Stephen Elop and Dennis Woodside are examples of unsuccessful leaders.
2. I am more afraid of an army of 100 sheep
led by a lion than an army of 100 lions
led by a sheep. Talleyrand
3. Leadership
The ability of a superior to influence the behaviour of
subordinates and persuade them to follow a particular
course of action.(Barnard 1938)
4. Significance
Setting Goals
Motivating Employees
Building morale
Creating Confidence
Discipline
Developing Team-work
Facilitates Change
Representing the group
5. Characteristic of Leaders
Adaptable
Alert
Cooperative
Decisive
Dependable
Assertive
Confident and persistent
Knowledge
6. Leadership In Islam
Faith and belief.
Knowledge and Wisdom.
Courage
Unity and brotherhood
Honesty and trust
Superior communication
Justice
Patience
Sacrifice.
14. MANAGERS LEADERS
Administer Innovate
Maintain Develop
Control Inspire
Short term view Long term view
Ask how & when Ask what & why
Initiate Originate
Accept the status quo Challenge the status quo
Do things right Do right things.
Difference