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What leaders really do.

J P Kotter

    Harvard Business Review
    |April 9, 1990
    PubMed
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    Leadership and management are distinct, complementary systems essential for business success. Organizations need both strong leadership to navigate change and effective management to handle complexity.

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    Area of Science:

    • Business Administration
    • Organizational Behavior

    Background:

    • Distinguishes leadership from management, challenging common misconceptions.
    • Highlights the complementary nature of leadership and management systems.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To clarify the distinct functions of leadership and management.
    • To emphasize the necessity of both for organizational success in dynamic environments.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of leadership and management theories.
    • Examination of organizational practices in response to complexity and change.

    Main Results:

    • Leadership addresses change; management addresses complexity.
    • Many corporations are overmanaged and underled, requiring enhanced leadership development.

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  • Balancing strong leadership with strong management is crucial.

    • Conclusions:

    • Leadership and management are not interchangeable but essential partners.
    • Organizations must actively cultivate leadership potential.
    • Integrating robust leadership and management ensures optimal organizational functioning.