What are the various functions of a leader?

A leader has to adopt either the style of domination or accommodation. Depending on the ability a person can be a very successful leader in business.

The functions of a leader in a meeting can be understood with reference to time (i) before the meeting, (ii) during the meeting and (iii) after the meeting.

(i)   BEFORE THE MEETING: the leader plans the purpose, the audience, meeting date, time, place , agenda and venue.

(ii)   DURING THE MEETING: leader’s opening statement, stimulating discussion, sorting/ selecting interpreting data and stating the conclusion play very important role in understanding the function of leader and sometimes the types of Leader.

(iii)     AFTER THE MEETING: follow up is very necessary function of a leader, it includes distribution of minutes and seeing that responsible committees, departments or individuals are appointed and action has been initiated in the right direction, i.e, as decided in the meeting.

So the functions of a leader in business communication provide the key to success in the endeavour.