functions of managment
Research, identify and discuss the 4 basic functions of management. Also, explain which function you feel is most important and why.
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Now I’d like to discuss the basics of the 4 main management functions of management.
Planning
- Most basic function of management
- Define team goals
- Develop strategies for reaching goals
- Design ways to merge and coordinate team’s activities
Organizing
- Organizing tasks to accomplish the organization’s goals
- Decide what tasks are to be done and who will do them
Leading
- Motivate employees
- Positively influence individuals or teams as they perform tasks
- Mentor and coach employees
- Handle employee behavior issues
Controlling
- Evaluate if things are going as planned
- Monitor and evaluate employee performance
- Correct any employee issues
