Leadership isn't about having the loudest voice or highest title. 

In my career it was both. The real question, depending on circumstances and roles, is what the ratio of leadership to management is. The larger the organization, the more distinct the separation between leaders and managers. Consequently, the greater likelihood of impersonal relationships, conflict, miscommunication, and poor retention. I've seen, heard about, and experienced it. I'd say that in the majority of organizations, leadership & management activities overlap to varying degrees. Significant delineation of these roles may well be the only option for large purely metric driven organizations. Real innovation comes when an organization can replicate the ability of people… >>>

Comment on Anthony Rhodes Nalls's post: I agree. And maybe in a small organization the manager is the leader and vice versa. As you say, without a clear goal or vision objectives may be blurred.

There are primary and secondary skills that impact both managers and leaders. Great managers primarily are task oriented but need to possess some leadership qualities when managing people. The same can be said for leaders with the skills switched. Leadership requires greater people skills and less task emphasis. Managers operate more so within defined boundaries whereas leaders likely establish them.

Comment on Bobbet Mullings's post: I agree - Great leaders listen with their eyes, ears, and hearts. By paying attention to both spoken and unspoken messages, we better understand our teams and can empower them to reach their full potential. When people feel seen, heard, and supported, they become high-performing contributors.

It's a pleasure learning alongside you all.

Having meaningful conversations that highlight people, while discussing their goals, what motivates them will demonstrate how I am part of their journey towards success.    

Both roles are very important 

Both are a necessary component to the success of the program 

Both are a necessary component Comment on Linda Russell's post: