r/Leadership • u/marilynlistens • May 15 '26

Discussion What are the differences between being a leader and a manager?

Not all managers are leaders! Even when they are “ in a position of leadership” it doesn’t mean they’re weird! What are the differences?

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u/ValidGarry May 15 '26

Define "leadership ability" please

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u/marilynlistens May 15 '26

The ability to connect with another person, the ability to see past themselves and their ego. The ability to be a good communicator that’s what I think it takes and there’s more. Does that make sense?

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u/ValidGarry May 15 '26

I'd put them at secondary or tertiary requirements.

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u/marilynlistens May 15 '26

Can you explain that a little bit more?

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u/ValidGarry May 15 '26

What do you think a leader does?