There is some confusion between the two so here are some top tips on distinguishing between a manager and a leader:-
Managing is about:-
- Making plans and sorting out details
- Setting up a structure so the plans can be met
- Monitoring progress against those plan
- Producing the results others are expecting
Leadership is about-:
- Developing a vision for the future and where we want to be
- Getting people on board and giving them direction
- Motivating , inspiring and energising people
- Producing change
However in reality it’s difficult to separate the two as many jobs involve both managing and leading.
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