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When we think of leadership, we might conjure
up an image of Teddy Roosevelt passionately
leading his "rough riders" in a daring charge
over a hill. But that is not the kind of
leadership that many in this group had in mind.
Some talked about new qualities of
leadership, in sharp contrast to the
traditional masculine, command-and-control,
take-charge paradigm. They talked about
leaders well versed in the humanities, people
with strong characters eager to build the
strong characters of others.
They talked about the need for teamwork
engendered by leaders with the dual
attributes of a strong sense of purpose
coupled with a capacity for mild humility.
One venture capitalist noted that
entrepreneurs accomplish far more than anyone
thought possible with far fewer resources
than anyone would expect. They do it through
closely-knit teams—independently minded
individuals, collectively supported in
pursuing a common dream
They spoke of a more feminine paradigm
for leadership. The one-sided masculine
paradigm that has dominated business
cultures—authoritarian
bureaucracy—suppresses innovation.
Leaders must create a social context where
people can bring their best, where they can
be free to be responsive, nimble, creative,
thoughtful, and visionary.
They talked about the crucial need for
leaders to invite, not dictate,
innovation.
The leaders who engender innovative teamwork,
who cultivate strong character in others, who
are open to new ideas, who share leadership
with many, and who have the humility to be
nobody's "boss" are precisely the kind of
leaders who will generate vital, innovative
and enduring organizations-anywhere in
the world.
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