The Best Schools Have the Best Leaders
E Squared ~ Effective Educators
What is the difference between a boss and a leader?
A boss says "Go!" ~ A leader says "Let's go!"
Are you aware of the difference between a boss and a leader? Consider these ten traits:
- A boss creates fear in a staff. A leader builds confidence.
- A boss says, "I." A leader says "We."
- A boss knows how a job should be done. A leader shows how a career should be forged.
- A boss relies on authority. A leader relies on cooperation.
- A boss drives. A leader leads.
- A boss fixes blames. A leader solves problems and fixes mistakes. .
- A boss rules over the problem 10% of the work force. A leader works alongside the cooperative 90%.
- A boss eventually causes resentment to grow. A leader fosters growing enthusiasm.
- A boss makes work drudgery. A leader makes work interesting.
- A boss sees problems as disasters that will destroy the organization. A leader sees problems as opportunities that a united staff can overcome and turn into growth.


