parents and principals as partners in creating a culture of learning

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He must be prepared to serve.
A leader gives instructions.
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He earns the approbation of his subordinates.
He must put the satisfaction of his subordinates' spiritual and physical
needs first.
Grobler (1993:15) contends that leadership is concerned with:
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the ability to orchestrate and cope with change,
the ability to create a vision for the future,
the insight and understanding with which this vision is communicated to
followers, and
the ability to motivate and inspire followers towards the achievement ofthis
vision despite the presence of obstacles.
KeY characteristics of effective leaders, according to Theron & Bothma, (1990:69)
and Van der Westhuizen (ed.) (1995:192-193) are the following:
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self-confidence;
determination;
high energy level;
flexibility;
high level of motivation;
a keen sense of responsibility;