There are differences between management and leadership. It is important for you to know and understand the differences as you are applying for a new position. Consider the following: A leader is a coach and keeps everyone inspired, while a manager is operational. Employers usually include management skills and leadership expectations in their job posting descriptions and requirements.

Preparation

Review the following articles to learn about the differences between leadership and management:

• "Leadership vs. Management: When to Manage and When to Lead" by Audrey Eads from Indeed
• "Leadership vs. Management: Are They Different?" by Julia Martins from Asana

Locate 1 management position within health care by searching online or by using a local newspaper or job board. Use the following keywords when completing your search online:

• "Management positions in health care"
• "Hospital CEO positions"
• "Nursing home administrator positions"

Assignment Deliverable

• Explain the differences between management and leadership.
• Use the job description or requirements of the job you located and explain the skills and characteristics required for:
• Keywords found within the job posting that represent a management skill or characteristic
• Keywords found within the job posting that represent a leadership skill or characteristic
• Explain what characteristics a leader has.
• What are the traits of an effective leader?
• How do these traits support you in becoming an effective leader in a management position?