"I don't like to be managed. But if you lead me, I'll follow you anywhere." — A comment heard in the halls of a large corporation
Leadership is hard to understand, there are so many definitions, some of them bad ones. Leadership has an essential focus on people and how they can be influenced. Leader’s focus more on:
- Vision
- Inspiration
- Persuasion
- Motivation
- Relationships
- Team work
- Listening
One can add to the list activities such as:
- Counseling,
- Coaching,
- Teaching,
- Mentoring.
Comparison Chart of Leadership Behaviors vs Management Behaviors
Conclusion
It's vital for senior individuals in positions of great responsibility to be able to play both roles: the boss who cannot manage will kill an organization just as fast as one who cannot lead. But the person who can do both, they are on the path to success.
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