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Mintzberg Rejects Macro-Leadership

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Henry Mintzberg. During our conversation, Mintzberg explained that, “It’s destructive to separate management from leadership. No buy in: Mintzberg believes that leaders focused on setting strategy and vision but who are removed from the front lines eventually develop a vision [.]. Leaders need to get their hands dirty.”

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Mintzberg on What’s Wrong with Management

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Henry Mintzberg thinks modern management is off the tracks. While we spoke, I got the feeling if I asked what’s wrong with management he’d say practically everything. This from one of the most respected business thinkers in the world. He went so far as to say, “The problem in America isn’t the economy it’s management.” [.].

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3 Creative Ways to Cultivate Meaningful Connection

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I asked Canadian scholar and author Henry Mintzberg to share the word of advice he most enjoyed giving managers. He said, “I can give you one word. I was underwhelmed. His wisdom… Continue reading →

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5 Neglected Strategies to Connect with Others and Lead into the Future

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Four years ago, I asked Henry Mintzberg for the word of advice he most frequently shares. His response is a guiding light. He said one word, “Connect.” Leadership in its fundamental form is… Continue reading →

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20% Walk Around Time And Other Tips for For Successful CEOs

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Inspired by Henry Mintzberg.) If the most powerful thing leaders do is connect, the most dangerous is isolation. Relationship building: “Half of Americans view themselves as lonely,” David Cordani, chief executive of Cigna. Cigna… Continue reading →

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On Chemistry Sets and Pogo Sticks

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This morning I thought of Henry Mintzberg again. About six years ago I asked Henry to share the one piece of advice he most loves to share. He said one word, “Connect.” Connect”… Continue reading →

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Finding the Missing Link of Leadership

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I’m still blown away by Henry Mintzberg’s one word of advice, “Connect.” You’re great at doing but are you great at connecting? ” Business stresses and people tensions result in unhappy, disengaged staff unless leaders model and encourage connecting. Connecting with others is the secret to [.].

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