We have all managed something at one point in our lives. Maybe it was an entire company or maybe it was just managing to get out of bed that morning.
Saying you manage people does not necessarily mean you lead them.
Here is an easy example. I work for a large multinational retailer. We have “Store Operators” or more commonly known as “Store Managers.” They do manage stores. They manage the ordering, financials, employee schedules, etc. Our most successful store operators have in common that they manage the administrative part of the job and lead their team.
Leading a team means investing in the team’s growth and meeting their needs so they can do the job successfully. Leading others is its own skill set.
When you are interviewing management candidates remember to reach beyond the scope of the administrative list on the resume. Look at the candidate and ask yourself “Are they a leader or are they a manager?”
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