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