LEADERSHIP

There are many definitions of leadership. The word leadership has a broader
meaning itself. Simply leadership is the action of leading a group of people or an
organization. Again it can also be said that leadership is the art of motivating a
group of people in order to achieve a common goal.

Leadership qualities

In order to be a good leader, one needs to have some unique leadership

qualities or leadership skills. First of all, honesty is the foremost quality that a
leader needs to be a successful leader. A good or successful leader is always honest
in nature. A dishonest person can’t lead his group smoothly.

On the other hand, a good leader always inspires his followers and motivates
them in achieving their goals. He also possesses good communication skills so that
he can communicate with his group. He keeps a constant eye on his followers too.
Simultaneously an efficient leader has decision-making capabilities too. He can
take a quick decision as per situation demands.

Some leadership skills or qualities in points:

 A good leader possesses many skills. Some leadership skills are as follows:
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 Inducement
 Positivity
 Creativity and Innovation
 Honesty and loyalty
 Power to take responsibility
 Instant decision-making capability
 Fluency
 Problem-solving capability
Different types of leadership styles

There are different types of leadership styles in different situations. In total

there are seven types of leadership styles. Laissez leadership, autocratic leadership,
and participative leadership are known as the classic styles of leadership. There are
some other leadership styles too such as situational leadership, transactional
leadership, transformational leadership, and strategic leadership.

How leadership works in different fields

Leadership in Education: – Leadership in education or educational leadership is a

combined process that unites the wisdom of the triangle i.e the teachers, parents,
and students. The main goal of educational leadership or leadership in education is
to strengthen the quality of education. In educational leadership, the teachers,
students, parents, and those who are involved in the process put their efforts
together to upgrade the quality of education. A dream of success is prepared
through educational leadership. On the other hand, educational leadership also
prepares a good learning environment for the students. The teachers are considered
the founder of educational leadership

Leadership in an organization: – An organization can’t be imagined without a

leader. Leadership in the organization creates a crystal clear vision for the
organization. A leader in an organization motivates the employees to reach the
goal. He also shows them the vision of success. The growth of the organization
solely depends on the influence of leadership in the organization. As a whole
leadership plays a vital role in the success and development of an organization.

Leadership in management: – Leadership in management and leadership in an

organization sounds almost the same. But both are a little different from each
other. Management is a part of an organization. To manage an organization in a
smooth way a good leader is required. Leadership in management is required to
maintain a smooth relationship between the authority and the employees. In an
organization, it is almost impossible for the higher authority to maintain a
relationship or to motivate the employees all the time. The leader does it and leads
the employee towards the goal.