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Leadership vs. Management

Leadership vs. Management

Total video time: 24m
Expert instructor: Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson
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What you’ll learn

Define the key differences between leadership and management.
Identify the essential traits of effective leaders and managers.
Develop strategies to inspire and motivate teams.
Adapt your leadership style to meet the evolving needs of your team and organization.
Apply management techniques to plan, prioritize tasks, and monitor performance for optimal productivity.
Implement techniques to resolve conflicts and navigate team dynamics.

Skills you’ll gain

Leadership People management Communication Goal setting

Are you looking to boost your leadership and management skills for career growth? In this course, Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson explains the differences between leadership and management and how to balance both effectively. You'll linspire your team with a clear vision, foster collaboration, adapt your style, prioritize tasks, and navigate team dynamics. By the end, you'll be ready to sharpen your leadership skills and excel professionally.

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    Drive results with leadership and management Balancing both leadership and management roles is essential for maximizing organizational success. 1m
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    Define leadership and management in the workplace Understanding the distinction between leadership and management is essential for professionals to navigate their roles and drive both strategy and operations. 2m
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    Identify the key traits of leaders vs. managers Recognizing the traits that distinguish leaders from managers helps professionals develop the right skills for their roles. 2m
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    Analyze the intersection of leadership and management Grasping where leadership and management intersect is crucial for balancing strategic vision with effective execution. 2m
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    Set clear goals that inspire teams Clear, well-defined goals are essential for motivating teams and ensuring alignment with both leadership vision and management execution. 2m
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    Foster collaboration through effective communication Effective communication bridges the gap between leadership and management by fostering collaboration and building trust within teams. 2m
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    Adapt your leadership style to changing needs Being able to adapt your leadership style ensures you can manage dynamic teams and shifting workplace demands while balancing both leadership and management responsibilities. 2m
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    Plan and prioritize tasks for maximum efficiency Effective planning and prioritization are key to translating strategic leadership into actionable results and ensuring operational efficiency. 2m
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    Monitor employee performance Monitoring performance is crucial for both leaders and managers to ensure goals are being met and employees are supported in their growth. 2m
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    Resolve conflicts and navigate team dynamics Conflict resolution is a necessary skill for maintaining harmony between leadership-driven innovation and management-driven execution. 2m
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    Balance leadership and management for success Thank you for watching! 1m

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded upon successful completion of the course.

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Instructor

Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson

Jacque is a recognized expert in leadership development, sustainable strength, and team resilience. She helps leaders transform today’s fires into tomorrow’s fuel. Drawing on her background in psychology, extensive work with Fortune 500 companies, and experience as a dragon boating gold medalist, Jacque supports organizations in three key areas: helping leaders turn adversity into advantage, building sustainable team resilience, and developing powerful leadership presence. Whether she's delivering a keynote or coaching executives, Jacque helps create dragon-hearted leaders by transforming their relationship to strength, challenge, and change.

Executive Coach, Speaker, and Author Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson

Jacquelyn Fletcher Johnson

Executive Coach, Speaker, and Author

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