To limit the application of these four functions to use only for business would be a great loss. The concepts that we have been learning about should be able to be used in just about every aspect of our lives to some extent. I think a shorter list would be where can't you use these functions ... can't think of anything right now.
The planning function is vital when setting goals for retirement, raising children even taking a family vacation. A lot of unnecessary stress and frustration can be avoided by making plans that are thought through and that everyone can get behind.
The organizing function will help in community volunteering to know what resources are needed. There is also usefulness of organizing in carpooling with other parents and investing in a house to use resources wisely. Many people today are in fear of losing their homes and some of them didn't organize ahead of time to know what their resources and limitations were.
Everything from parenting, coaching to community BBQ's require leading of some form or another. The knowledge of the various types and strategies of leadership will help to give a basis for stepping up to lead when and where necessary.
Last, but certainly not least in the functions is the controlling function. Everyday there are obstacles and changes that must be monitored and adjusted for. We use the controlling function every day and don't even realize it most of the time. Our culture has slogans to praise it's use, "go with the flow," and "roll with the punches."
The four functions of management, how would we survive without them?
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