Introduction
Effective leadership is recognised as the key to organisational success. Leadership not only plays a vital role in achieving desired organisation goals and objectives but also contribute towards the growth and development of people within the organisation. It is defined as the process of developing new ideas and vision, living by values that support those ideas and vision, influencing followers to live by values and making tough decision as and when required (Bryman, 2013). In simple words, leadership is defined as relationship in which one individual influences the actions and behaviour of other individuals. Motivation is the inner force that influences an individual to achieve desired needs and wants.
Influence of leadership behaviour on motivation of individuals within an organisation
The prime responsibilities of leaders involve deciding organisational objectives, providing expertise and define standards, select and develop the structure and culture of the organisation with an aim to achieve desired goals and objectives (Adair, 2009). Leadership traits and behaviour plays a very vital role in determining the way leaders perform their roles and responsibilities and the kind of relationship they share with their followers. Leadership being responsible for influencing other’s behaviour and attitude, also plays a significant role in determining the level of motivation of individuals within an organisation (Daft, 2014). Leadership behaviour can be categorised into two broad categories namely, job-centred behaviour and employee-centred behaviour, each of which have both positive and negative influence on employee motivation (Armstrong & Stephens, 2005). The difference between job-centred and employee-centred behaviour is shown in table below.
Conclusion
Leadership plays a vital role in determining employee motivation and commitment at work. Ideas, vision, living by values, influencing others and decision making are...