“Management and leadership are separate roles but they aren’t necessarily multiple people.”
― Dr. Dean McCall

The other day, I was asked, “Aren’t leaders managers?” Often, but the skills are different. Let’s talk about it.

Leadership is about inspiring and empowering others to achieve a shared vision.
Management is about maintaining order and efficiency within existing structures.

Leadership is about taking responsibility and making decisions in the face of uncertainty.
Management is about following orders and executing tasks efficiently.

Leadership is about building trust and fostering open communication.
Management is about setting goals and holding people accountable.

Leadership is about creating a culture of innovation and taking risks.
Management is about optimizing existing processes and minimizing errors.

Leadership is about inspiring people to go beyond their perceived limitations.
Management is about providing clear direction and feedback.

Leadership is about building a team that can operate effectively in any situation.
Management is about planning and resource allocation.