managers Flashcards
what do managers focus on in a growing business
focus on ensuring tasks are completed and deadlines are met in order to support the long term vision of the leader
what do leaders do in a growing business
to provide a focus on a long term vision and create direction
why must a manager set objectives
so that success criteria are available to later establish whether or not a task has been completed successfully
why must managers review and analyse data
so that adaptations to current processes can be made if required
why does a manager have to select and implement strategies
to ensure processes are working efficiently and are supporting overall objectives.
what do managers use reviews of the impacts of their decisions to do
use this review to inform the setting of future objectives
factors which affect style of management or leadership
culture of the business
the external environment
employee skill level
autocratic leadership
democratic leadership
what is autocratic leadership
approach by leaders or managers to keep control of decision making and ensure that employees are closely supervised.
what is democratic leadership
an approach by leaders or managers to discuss and consult with employees, delegate decision making authority and empower employees through their involvement.
