Management | Origin: LS101R
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Do You Manage Or Lead? --> Management
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
It is interesting how management and leadership tend to be either used interchangeably or are vaguely defined so as to use them interchangeably or avoid specific mention of the exact traits that would identify either word.
It's interesting to see how the confusion surrounding leadership vs. management isn't confined to only those applying for jobs, but also for those posting the jobs. The negative connotations for what "management" are definintly a contributing factor. Both are vital.
There are many myths surrounding what a manager is versus a good leader. Managers must work collaboratively with leaders within their group to effectively implement the visions of those leaders.
I have learned that there are several myths surrounding management roles such as: managers are cold, uncaring and controlling. Another myth is that the top performer should be the manager. This works in some cases but not all. A manager should have several transferrable skills to be successful.
Managers must rely on power of persuasion and collaborative skills to influence peers and others.
Management: The ability to set business goals and collaborate withi others to obtain the goals proposed. In my job I work with my team leaders to establish day to day work and help the leader to accomplish the objectives.
Management and leadership are two distinct and separate ideals.
The qualities of a manager and a leader definitely overlap; but a there's a lot of confusion when defining the two roles. I will apply this information by paying closer attention to the attributes of each and choosing my language in a way that improves clarity when discussing the two roles.
50% of employees leave jobs because of bad managers.
It goes both ways some managers cannot influence their team and some leaders know how to influence but not manage their team.
There are many different management styles and approaches - generally the idea is for the manager to be a facilitator rather than the star of the show
Management helps achieve leadership goals by providing structure, organization, and direction.
Management keeps things running. Leadership inspires people to move forward. Organizations need both, but leadership is what gives management purpose and direction.
I learned that to be a great manager you must be a good leader. Leader and manager are two separate rolls.
Takes a variety of traits and talents combined to be a good manager
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.
A great manager is a great leader. Leaders guide and inspire employees to be proactive, better everyday and organized.
I have been reminded that you must lead by example and that leading is not easy.
The myths regarding managers stood out to me. While being a top performer in a role is advantageous to managing individuals in said role, it is important to note that additional skills such as people skills are needed for being a successful manager. It was also very interesting to recognize that only 10% of individuals possess the talent to manage. Connecting, seem to be the overarching theme here. Persons who are able to engage team members, help them gain knowledge and skills and maintain a culture of producing positive outcomes are among this esteemed 10%.
