Unfortunately, traditional managers seldom make good change leaders. The reason is in the mindset. Good managers try to keep things under control; Change Leaders are determined to shake things up. Good managers drive results via budgets and quotas; Change Leaders achieve objectives by mobilizing a broad base of people. Good managers are often motivated by personal success; Change Leaders want to make a difference in performance. Good managers like to delegate; Change Leaders enjoy getting their hands dirty.
Good managers can probably learn Change Leaders skills if they acquire the right mindset, but few seem to be doing so…
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