List at least three effective traits of leaders and at least three effective traits of managers. Describe a manager or leader you have had in the past. Which trait do you feel was the most important in their success in mentoring others?
How can leadership and management be constructively combined to achieve better results in an organization?
When responding to other’s initial posts, comment on the rationale provided in their response. Provide additional information about the topic.
Readings and Resources
eBook:
- Adams, S., Donley M., Kronberg A., Lynch E. (2022). Developing and administering early childhood education programs (10th ed). Cengage.
- Review Chapter 1: The Effective Director
This chapter provides information on supporting and mentoring staff particularly through the use of frequent communication, professional development plans, and mentoring.
- Chapter 14: Providing for Personal and Professional Staff Development.
Articles, Websites, and Videos:
In this website, extensive guidelines for leading oneself, other individuals, groups, and organizations and described.
- All about leadership: How do I lead? (n.d.). Free Management Library.
This LinkedIn article discusses the techniques to develop and mentor new leaders and managers to allow for continuity within an organization.
- Overcome leadership and management challenges: Help fill your leadership pipeline. (n.d.). LinkedIn Learning.
This video discusses the differences between being a leader or manager. Several different qualities are described to identify the differences.
Watch VideoLeadership vs management, what’s the gifference? – Project management training
Duration: 5:43
User: Project Management Videos – Added: 10/8/18
Cengage Video: Teaching as a Profession: An Early Childhood Teacher’s Responsibility and Development
Supplemental Resources:
Publisher PowerPoints:
- Chapter 1 PowerPoint Chapter 1 PowerPoint – Alternative Formats
- Chapter 14 PowerPoint Chapter 14 PowerPoint – Alternative Formats
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