Leader Quote by Henry Mintzberg
““A good part of the work of managing involves doing what specialists do, but in particular ways that make use of the manager’s special contacts, status, and information.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Nature of Managerial Work, Henry Mintzberg, 1973
Managers must blend specialist knowledge with their unique networks and authority to add value.
In simple terms: Managers combine expertise with influence.
Key Takeaway
Leverage contacts and status.
Themes
leadership
networking
decisionmaking
Mood
strategic
pragmatic
Type
leadership
management
When to use this quote
- project coordination
- strategic planning
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
social capital
resource integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you use your network to enhance a technical solution?
- What limits arise when relying on status?
A Different Perspective
Specialist skills alone cannot solve complex problems.
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