In my growth as a person, I have often had to look at my current talents, skills and knowledge in order to assess where I am and where I need to grow in the future. And in each of these occasions of self-reflection, I must authentically assess whether the position I seek requires a manager or a leader.
First, let’s gather some common language.
A manager is selected because they have technical skills, knowledge, or expertise.
A leader is someone who can influence and inspire.
While leaders and managers have overlapping aspects, there are key differences in their skillsets. Continue reading about leadership vs. managers, in this month's blog.
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