January 23, 2018

[Infographic] Are You a Manager or a Leader?

[Infographic] Are You a Manager or a Leader?

We often use the words “manager” and “leader” interchangeably without thinking too much about the responsibilities or characteristics that they entail.

However, there are several differences between a leader and a manager that Warren Bennis, author of “On Becoming a Leader” has depicted. For instance, managers have people work for them while leaders have people follow them.

Read more:How different is leadership and management across the globe?

Even though, these two positions are not the same but leadership and management must go hand in hand. A successful business needs both managers and leaders to function, to lead the employees to reach a common goal.

Read more:3 leadership & management skills that will help you succeed anywhere in the world

Are you a Manager or a Leader? Below is an infographic outlining the most distinct differences between a manager and a leader.

Infographic - Leader vs Manager

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