Bennis and Nanus (1997) stated: “Leadership seems to be the marshaling of skills possessed by a majority but used by a minority. But it’s something that can be learned by anyone, taught to everyone, denied to no one” (p. 25).
From your own understanding of leadership provide a rationale that would support or refute the statement above.
Research more information on the definitions and theories of management and leadership to compare and contrast the two.
From your perspective, describe which one may be more important than the other. Or, are they equally important?
Reference: Bennis, W., & Nanus, B. (1997). Leaders: Strategies for taking charge. New York: Harper Business.