Hi , Mike

Well, I almost stopped reading when I saw "Leader s vs. Managers" in the first paragraph:).

This subject has been beat to death with no end in sight, since it apparently fascinates many who care about how people work.  My personal  observation would be that we are using the wrong words:  "leader" and "manager' are nouns and indicate things.  I prefer "leading" and "managing", which are verbs which indicate actions.  I can lead and I can manage - what I do in a specific instance depends on the situation and the needs of those for whom I am responsible.

Appreciate your defense of the term "management".  You are correct that some tend to use this to convey a less-than-desired state.  If you examine most examples of good leadership, you will see a network of good management supporting those activities.

John
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