Commerce 12

Motivation is influenced by:

• Financial incentives

• Non-financial incentives

• Delegation of authority

• Needs and desires of employees

Which of the following are principles of directing?

• Harmony of objectives

• Maximum individual contribution

• Unity of command

• Centralization

Leadership styles include:

• Autocratic

• Democratic

• Laissez-faire

• Bureaucratic control

Characteristics of supervision include:

• It is face-to-face contact with subordinates

• It is only financial in nature

• It ensures discipline and team spirit

• It reduces communication in the organization

Directing is considered the _______ function of management.

The process of guiding and instructing employees at work is called _______.

_______ refers to the willingness to exert high levels of effort towards organizational goals.

“Great Man Theory” of leadership is associated with the _______ approach.

Communication that flows from subordinates to superiors is called _______ communication.

Directing initiates action and provides momentum to other managerial functions.

• True

• False