Leadership

Question 1

What roles do leaders perform?

Answer 1

Setting a clear vision for the team and making sure all team members know their purpose and strategy for achieving the goals

Motivating people to work willingly towards the goals of the team

Providing effective communication and instruction

Reducing any conflict that arises

Question 2

Benefits of good leadership

Answer 2

All team members will feel more motivated and gain more job satisfaction

Improved communication leads to better decision making

Targets are met because the team is kept on track

Question 3

Qualities of an effective leader

Answer 3

Good communication to pass on instructions

Able to listen so everyone feels included

Able to build trust and relationships within the team

Able to motivate team members to achieve goals

Question 4

What are the effects of poor leadership on team performance?

Answer 4

The team may be less effective and not complete tasks on time if the leader lets personal feelings about team members influence decisions made

If a leader fails to motivate their team this could lead to a poor performance and missed deadlines

Not listening to everyone’s input will result in poor decision making and low morale