• It guides and helps the subordinates to complete the given task properly and as per
schedule.
• It provides the necessary motivation to subordinates to complete the work satisfactorily and
strive to do the best. -
• It helps in maintaining discipline and rewarding those who do well.
• Directing involves supervision, which is essential to make sure that work is performed
according to the orders and instructions.
• Different people perform different activities in the organisation.
• All the activities are interrelated. In order to 'co-ordinate the activities carried out in
different parts and to ensure that they are performed well, directing is important. It thus,
helps to integrate the various activities and so also the individual goals with organisational
goals.
• Directing involves leadership that essentially helps in creating appropriate work
environment and build up team spirit.
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