(Journal of Business Management and Economic Research, 2021) Bett, Julie Chepkoech
Leadership is a determinant of the success or failure of any organization. A leader is an individual
who induces others and guides them to execute particular duties and to give their best towards
achieving the desired goals. Leadership style is a pattern and approach of providing guidance,
implementing plans, and motivating people. The role of a leader is critical for the survival and
progress of an organization. Leadership helps in developing the organization's objectives, values,
and vision. Besides the leadership style of top management, there are the roles of Board of Directors
that have a significant impact on organizational performance. The alignment between Board of
directors' roles and top management leadership style should be taken into consideration because
ineffective coordination between them will influence the organizational performance.
