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Mintzberg Rejects Macro-Leadership

Leadership Freak

** “Macro-leadership is just as bad as micro-management.” Henry Mintzberg. During our conversation, Mintzberg explained that, “It’s destructive to separate management from leadership. Leaders need to get their hands dirty.”

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Mintzberg on What’s Wrong with Management

Leadership Freak

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. He went so far as to say, “The problem in America isn’t the economy it’s management.” [.].

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The Inescapable Conundrums of Managing   

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

Management is a practice, not a profession or a science. To appreciate the true complexities of managing, we have to understand its intrinsic conundrums. Today’s guest post is by Henry Mintzberg, author of Understanding Organizations…Finally! Management is a practice, not a profession or a science.

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3 Creative Ways to Cultivate Meaningful Connection

Leadership Freak

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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Mintzberg on Managing

LDRLB

Henry Mintzberg in this interview with McGill University’s Karl Moore talks his latest book, simply called Managing. Leadership management'

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8 Stealworthy Management Tips and Templates

Niagara Institute

As Henry Mintzberg, Canadian academic and author on business and management, put it, “Management is, above all, a practice where art, science, and craft meet.” While clearly, a lot goes into successful management, sometimes all you need to help you move forward is a quick tip or an editable template.

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Expert Advice on Creating Connection: A Frontline Festival

Let's Grow Leaders

Connecting the Dots Dan Rockwell, Leadership Freak shares Mintzberg Rejects Macro-Leadership. When Dan asked Henry Mintzberg for the advice he most frequently sharing with leaders and managers, he said one word, “Connect.” I am grateful for all the experts sharing their insights on creating connection.

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