For example, self motivated groups may not require a single leader and may find leaders dominating. The fact that a leader is not always required proves that leadership is just an asset and is not essential. Return to top Differences In Perspectives Managers think incrementally, whilst leaders think radically. This means that managers do things by the book and follow company policy, while leaders follow their own intuition, which may in turn be of more benefit to the company. A leader is more emotional than a manager .
Leaders stand out by being different.
They question assumption and are suspicious of tradition. They seek out the truth and make decisions based on fact, not prejudice. Often with small groups, it is not the manager who emerges as the leader. In many cases it is a subordinate member with specific talents who leads the group in a certain direction. When a manager sees the group looking towards someone else for leadership he may feel his authority is being questioned.