MANAGEMENT

1. Review the definition of management at the beginning of the chapter and briefly define each of the 4 functions. What are the challenges in carrying
   out these functions in today’s hyper-competitive marketplace? (Please answer this question in your own words. Do not cut and paste from one of the
   web pages)
2. Watch the video regarding the difference between managers and leaders. In your words, what is the difference? Can they be the same person?
3. Define technical skills, human skills, and conceptual skills. How do these three skills connect with the different levels of management?
4. Examine your own skill set, drawing on your work experience, schooling, travel, sports, hobbies, and extra-curricular activities. Cluster your skills
   into each key management category: technical skills, human skills, and conceptual skills. Which skill set is the strongest? How could you develop your
   weaker areas? How might your strengths and weaknesses impact your career plans?

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