UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS >CUSTOM<
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Author: Nickels
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Chapter 7, Problem 4DWS
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To discuss: The best and effective managerial style and reasons of it.
Introduction: Leadership helps to maintain the hurdle free work flow; any type of organization needs to follow some management principles like division of work, unity of command, and unity of direction.
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UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS >CUSTOM<
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