Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 18, 2016

Guest post from Joel Peterson : For the past decade, I’ve been privileged to teach a leadership course at Stanford with Professor Charles O’Reilly. Their leadership styles are similarly variable. Some lead by charisma, others by consensus building. It also means using one’s leadership position to inspire.

Delegation 120

Delegation Leadership Charisma Storytelling 120

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2011

I once coached an executive who was a high potential on the fast track, with tremendous charisma, drive, and analytical skills. And when she realized that reflection — while essential — could be potentially self-deceptive, she engaged a diverse group of senior mentors, peers, and directs to help develop her ideas.

Leadership 15

Leadership Charisma Mentor Learning-by-Doing 15

Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2012

The real story behind IBM's success is the course Palmisano set for 21st century global enterprises. Recognizing that the company's command-and-control culture wouldn't work in the 21st century, he defined leadership as leading by values and created a unique collaborative organizational structure. They listen as well as they speak.

Globalization 15

Globalization Golden Parachute Short-term Long-term 15

Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

There is no doubt that Kamprad’s personal tenacity, business savvy, and leadership skills account for IKEA’s success. These elements go beyond the charisma and complexity of the founder. Sometimes, strategic leadership is about coming up with a great plan and then executing it seamlessly.

Succession 8

Succession Humphrey Business Model Real Estate 8

Harvard Business Review

MARCH 27, 2013

The co-working choice was heralded as a win-win for workers and their companies, with proximity, diversity and choice of location all stimulating creativity. Of course, it's also a good idea to turn your cellphone off.) And close-by, common areas where team members can pull together for critical face-to-face time.

Power 8

Power Bond Charisma Creativity 8

Coaching Tip

JANUARY 27, 2011

Of course, in business management, we all learned the double-edged sword quality of management by celebrity. GE is known for its diversity and ability to function competitively in many markets. Of course, both systems work. Here, diversity in the decision-making fits the terrain. Star power is real. GE and HCL.

Succession 113

Succession Welch Leadership Diversity 113