Management

Alternative Titles: Managers
Located in: Organization

Management vs Leadership

  • Management is focused more on execution
  • Managers focus more on:
    • Goals
  • Leaders focus more on:
    • Vision
  • It's hard to be a leader and a manager, that's why most organizations should set their leaders up with minimal reports and make sure those reports are clear Managers of one

Expectations of Managers

  • Spot issues and blockers that are impacting your team's velocity. Work with your team on removing them.
  • Teach others.
  • Delegate. Let others fail but also give them time and encouragement.
  • Plan for growth of your team. Consider who can grow into a new role, think about hiring, etc.