Title: Distinguish a leader from a manager.
Course: Marine Corps JROTC III (09203) > Section: Applying Leadership Skills

Distinction should be based on the difference between

- a manager—a person appointed to carry out a job, to account for resources needed and used, and to oversee personnel who perform the tasks
- a leader—a person who establishes a vision, creates objectives to achieve project goals, and motivates personnel to believe in the vision and to contribute their efforts to achieving the goals.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are important characteristics of a leader?
- What are important characteristics of a manager?
- When can a leader be an effective manager?