Hi Erin,
I want to jump back into this discussion to echo your kudos to David Kasprzak' question -- "Consider an orchestra conductor: Does the conductor lead the orchestra, or follow the music?"

A great orchestra conductor actually does both.  S/he takes the composer's intent, adds insight to making the music come alive and leads the orchestra  with inspiration to contribute their greatness -- all for a (hopefully) a unique and superb rendition of the music.

The art of leadership lies in combining insight and inspiration to tap the team's greatness.
Kate