Most of us are familiar with the role of a manager and that of a leader. We also know the functions each is expected to perform. However, there is a trend in the UK that puts managers in a different r

Most of us are familiar with the role of a manager and that of a leader. We also know the functions each is expected to perform. However, there is a trend in the UK that puts managers in a different role. This trend is manager as coach (MAC) and will be the focus of this assignment. Before beginning the tasks, please read the following article:

Ladyshewsky, R. K. (2010). The manager as coach as a driver of organizational development. Leadership & Organization Development Journal, 31(4), 292-306. doi: 10.1108/01437731011043320

In a 3-page paper, answer the following questions:

1. What is meant by the term manager as coach (MAC)?
2. Is this role more appropriate for a leader or manager?
3. What are the advantages and disadvantages regarding MAC?
4. How does it fit with the other roles of a manager and leader?
5. Would this be an effective tool in a health care setting as a leader? Why or why not?

Conduct additional research to gather sufficient information to justify/support your responses to each question.

1. Support your paper with peer-reviewed articles, with at least 3 references. Use the following link for additional information on how to recognize peer-reviewed journals: http://www.angelo.edu/services/library/handouts/peerrev.php
2. Support your paper with peer-reviewed articles, with at least 3 references