A leader needs to perform many tasks. The tasks of a leader are majorly classified as setting up the vision, communicating the vision, motivating employees and supporting the team to realize the vision.
“A leader is a dealer in hope.”
Napoleon
We can list the tasks in the following manner –
- Proper Communication
- Trust building
- Ensuring timed delivery
- Distribution of resources
- Distribution of autonomy and responsibilities
- Keeping a check on accountability for team members
- Conducting routine meetings, discussions, agenda briefs
- Providing support and guidance
- The link between top management and subordinates
To achieve the aforementioned tasks, a leader has to be versatile and adaptive in nature.