Leaders play a critical role in shaping an organization's vision and strategic direction. They inspire and motivate others by articulating a compelling vision of the future. In contrast, managers are primarily concerned with executing plans, organizing resources, and achieving specific objectives. While both leaders and managers contribute to organizational success, the ability to envision and communicate a future state is a distinct leadership trait1.
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* The ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence Handbook, Fifth Edition. Sandra L.
Furterer and Douglas C. Wood. ASQ Quality Press, 20211.