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Motivation and communication are key to successful leadership and as such, the characteristics of leadership have a significant impact. Leadership characteristics, such as a clear vision, delegation of responsibilities, recognition of achievements, openness to communication, consistent communication and fostering collaborative communication, are crucial factors that influence the motivation and communication of employees in a company. In this thesis, we explored the impact of leadership characteristics on motivation and communication in both micro and large companies. In the first part of the thesis, we focused on the concept of leadership, leadership styles, fundamental leadership theories, defined criteria for micro and large companies and how leadership differs in micro and large companies. This was followed by a chapter on motivation and communication. Regarding motivation, we first described the concept itself, types of motives, various motivational theories, and factors and how leadership characteristics influence motivation. In communication we defined the concept itself, methods, types, and styles of communication, discussed their characteristics and identified differences between micro and large companies. At the end of the first part of the thesis, we also identified the influences of leadership characteristics on motivation and communication. In the second, empirical part of the thesis, we conducted a survey among managers in micro and large companies. We prepared interview questions through which we analysed how the specific leadership characteristics influence motivation and communication in the selected company. We found that leadership, communication, and motivation differ in micro and large companies. In both types of companies, it is necessary to design a motivation system, and managers must pay special attention to the relative value of rewards. In micro companies, leaders can more easily connect with the employees, get to know them better, and therefore motivate them more effectively. In large companies, leaders primarily focus on advancement, career development, and reward systems. Additionally, communication in micro company is direct, flexible, and straightforward, allowing for close contact between management and employees and quick information exchange. In large companies, formal communication predominates, using various technological tools, with an emphasis on task delegation. |