ABSTRACT

The purpose of the study was to examine if leadership does play a role in the performance of an organization. This was examined at Konnected Ltd- a multinational engineering firm in Ghana. The study employed the qualitative approach to gather data from employees. A sample size of eleven (11) mid to top level management employees were sampled using convenience and purposive sampling method to share their insight about leadership and performance at Konnected Ltd. From the findings of the study, it was deduced that the predominant leadership style is the democratic style followed by transformational and the least was transactional style of leadership. Also, it was found that leadership had an influence on performance at Konnected Ltd. The study further indicated that, leadership at Konnected have brought tangible changes to the organization which include employee development and business development. Furthermore, through good communication, sharing minds and experience, among others, leadership of the organization has gained loyalty of employees. Further, through teamwork, training, flexibility and friendly relationships, leadership has been able to ensure that programs in the organization are properly implemented and executed. The study recommend that managers should strive to become role models for their subordinates; inspire subordinates by providing meaning to the work they do; stimulate subordinate efforts to become innovative and creative; and pay attention to their need for achievement and growth.