Directing as a function of management, refers to the process of instructing, guiding, counselling, motivating and leading people in the organisation to achieve its objectives. It is the force which gives the life to the organisational structure. Directing comprises of:
a) Issuing orders by a superior to his subordinates.
b) Supervising the employees when they are performing job.
c) Motivating them to perform more effectively.
d) Leading them towards the achievement of overall goals of the concem
