The difference between a boss and a leader is very important to understand, especially when you are beginning to progress professionally. Working for a “boss” vs working for a “leader” could ultimately determine your happiness, your success and general well being so it’s important to understand which type of individual your superior falls under. A "boss" usually does the following: - Drives employees and depends on authority - Inspires fear - Says "I" - Places blame for the breakdown - Knows how it is done - Uses people - Takes credit - Commands - Says "go" Where as a "leader" does the following: - Coaches employees on goodwill - Generates enthusiasm - Says "we" - Fixes the breakdown - Shows how it is done - Develops people - Gives credit - Asks -Says "let's go"