Leadership is a set of practices that can be learned and productively applied. Managers think they should have all the answers and do all the talking. Leaders know leadership is a dialogue not a monologue, that leaders gain more influence by listening than talking. They understand no good idea ever enters the head through an open mouth. Management teaches that it's best to treat everyone alike.
Leaders treat people as unique individuals.
They understand everyone has certain strengths, weaknesses and motivational triggers. Leaders shun assembly line management styles and don't treat people as commodities. Don't let traditional management thinking cloud your vision and understanding of what it is to lead effectively. Violate conventional thinking and excel as a leader.