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Question : Which management function involves influencing and inspiring others to achieve common goals?

Option 1: Planning
 

Option 2: Organizing
    

Option 3: Controlling

  

Option 4: Directing


Team Careers360 9th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Directing


Solution : The correct answer is (d) Directing

Directing is the management function that focuses on guiding and leading individuals or teams towards the achievement of organizational goals. This function involves influencing and inspiring others by providing clear instructions, communicating expectations, motivating employees, and creating a positive work environment. Directing also includes coordinating activities, resolving conflicts, and fostering teamwork to ensure that everyone is working towards common objectives. Through effective directing, managers inspire and guide their subordinates to perform at their best and contribute to the overall success of the organization. Therefore, directing is the management function that involves influencing and inspiring others to achieve common goals.


 

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