Describe the traits of the individual you consider to be a great manager.

Introduction to Management
Throughout this course, many discussion opportunities come up where you need to respond to other people’s opinions and comments. Address the discussion topic after you have completed your reading. Be sure to post at least three times over three separate days, with your first post made by Saturday of the unit week. Your three posts should be composed of your own initial response to the question and two additional responses to your classmates and/or instructor.
Discussion Topic:
While often used interchangeably, there are distinct differences between a leader and a manager. Check out this video as you consider the differences between the two.
Thinking back on your own professional and personal experiences, identify someone you consider to be a great manager. Now identify someone you consider to be a great leader. This might be the same person, but it might be possible that two different people come to mind.
What is the difference between being a manager and a leader?
Describe the traits of the individual you consider to be a great manager.
Describe the traits of the individual you consider to be a great leader.
Do you think it is possible to train someone to become a great manager or leader? Why or why not?

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