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Question

“All managers are leaders but all leaders are not managers”. In the light of this statement, differentiate between leadership and management.

Answer

All managers are leaders but all leaders are not managers. This statement is absolutely correct as management is wider term than leadership.

Difference between Managership and Leadership

Basis of Difference

Managership

Leadership

(i) Basis of Existence

Organised group (or formal organisation).

Unorganised group or informal organisation.

(ii) Focus

Attainment of the objectives of the organisation.

To satisfy the expectations and aspirations of the followers.

(iii) Authority

Formed authority.

Informal authority. The followers themselves allow leader the authority to give orders and to lead them.

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