Management and LeadershipLeader v. ManagerThe difference between leadership and management is very distinctive with complementary systems of achievement. Both have it's own function and unique characteristics. Given the fact that leadership involves the influence by one person over the activity of others, the quality of leadership exhibited by an individual in a supervisor roll is a critical element of success of an organization. Together these components are necessary for the success in a progressively complex and unpredictable business atmosphere. Strong leadership with weak management is worse, than weak leadership and strong management. The key is two harness the two and combine strong ...view middle of the document...
Leaders are normally active since they can visualize and promote their ideas instead of reacting to pressing situations. Leaders have a knack to shape ideas instead of responding to them. Leaders have a relentless desire to meet goals. I think that leaders are born were managers are made. An article written by Lenore Mewton stats that `The quote, "Leaders are Born, Not Made," denotes the belief that leadership is a quality, an inherent part of one's makeup, rather than a characteristic to be achieved over time. Self-Leadership is what individuals do to develop their leadership skills, qualities and potential.An Organized CultureA good organization will have an inspiring common mission at its core and it must have competent leadership in place for growth and development. With these two factors present, it is possible to promote a health organizational culture. I obtained a couple examples of how to create, on how to maintain a healthy organization from an article in the Work Research Foundation the examples were:1. Openness and humility from top to bottom of the organization, Arrogance kills off learning and growth by blinding us to our own weaknesses. Strength comes out of receptivity and the willingness to learn from others.2. An environment of accountability and personal responsibility, Denial, blame, and excuses harden relationships and intensify conflict. Successful teams hold each other accountable and willingly accept personal responsibility.These are two examples of many that will help preserve cohesiveness of a organization. In my estimation it is imperative that a balance is maintained so that an organization runs efficiently.Openness and HumilityIn today's competitive business world it is easy to become arrogant, or to busy to deal with team members, or associate. When this behavior is recognized it can create a devising atmosphere in the work place. I think that it's more important to reciprocate ideas with the associates, be more open with employees. This will promote more of team feel for the office. An office that functions as team is more likely to be successful in meeting demands, and accomplishing goals. An office that feels like there is no teamwork every employee...
