Direct
definition
•Directing is the implementing and carrying out (through others) of those approved plans that are necessary to achieve or exceed objectives.
steps
Staffing: seeing that a qualified person is selected for each position.
Training: teaching individuals and groups how to fulfill their duties and responsibilities.
Supervising: giving others day-to-day instruction, guidance, and discipline as required so that they can fulfill their duties and responsibilities.
Delegating: assigning work, responsibility, and authority so others can make maximum utilization of their abilities.
Motivating: encouraging others to perform by fulfilling or appealing to their needs.
Counseling: holding private discussions with another about how he might do better work, solve a personal problem, or realize his ambitions.
Coordinating: seeing that activities are carried out in relation to their
importance and with a minimum of conflict.