ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP, EMPLOYEES' MOTIVATION, CREATIVITY AND PRODUCTIVITY FOR SUSTAINABLE PEACE, SECURITY AND NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNSELLING

Abstract

This paper discusses the topical issues of organizational leadership and employees' motivation as they relate to creativity and productivity. The quests for efficacy of the duo tend to hinge on peace in the work environments and the nation; as well as dire need for security and the overall need for sustainable national development. In spite of the differences in definitions among experts on leadership and motivation, they tend to remain sine-qua-non to the attainment of organizational goals. Strategies and techniques are explored on fast-tracking effectiveness of organizational leadership and fostering motivation among employees, irrespective of the nature, size, location and overall goals set to be pursued. The complementary and supplementary roles of all organizational staff are highlighted and stressed. Based on the above, some cogent recommendations are given that if carefully considered and duly implemented would speed-up the process. Implications of these to Counselling as a helping profession are also given and relevance appropriately stressed.