Explain the following Principle of Management by Fayol with examples:
(a) Unity of direction
(b) Equity
(c ) Esprit de corps
(d) Order
(e) Centralisation and decentralisation
(f) Initiative.

Explanation

a.) Unity of direction : -

Once unity of command is achieved and you have a complete hierarchy, where everyone knows who they are reporting to, and they are ready to do the leaders bidding, then it is time to implement unity of direction.


It is like the famous saying “United we stand, divided we fall”.


The company, from the CEO level to the executive level should be moving towards one direction. If growth is the direction you are moving to, then a single executive to the CEO of the company should be performing in a manner which brings growth for the company. And this executive should be trained and managed accordingly by his managers.


This is one of the 14 principles of management applicable to all firms, irrespective of their size.

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