The terms leadership and management are often used interchangeably. Although these concepts are related, they are different in definition and in practice. Leadership behaviors and management skills complement each other. However,
a. managers focus on relationships.
b. a manager may not possess leadership traits.
c. leadership focuses on coordinating and directing others.
d. a manager is a visionary who sets the direction for a group.
ANS: B
A manager may not possess leadership traits, and a leader may lack management skills. Management is the process of coordinating others and directing them toward a common goal. Leadership focuses on relationships, or using interpersonal skills to persuade others to work toward a common goal. Leaders are visionaries who set the overall direction for a group or organization.
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