discussion 1

Read your text and view videos below. Answer the questions below in detail:

Question #1

• Describe the functions carried out by healthcare managers, and give an example of a task in each function.
• Explain why interpersonal skills are important in healthcare management.
• Why is the healthcare manager’s role in ensuring high performance so critical? Explain.

Question #2

• What is the difference between leadership and management?
• Are leaders born, or are they trained? How has the history of leadership in the United States evolved to reflect this question?
• What are the leadership domains and competencies? Can you be a good leader and not have all the competencies listed in this model?