Some
individuals are thought to be 'natural' leaders – they seemingly
step into the role fully functional – such as George Washington.
Some
individuals develop as leaders once in the role – Steve Jobs, for
example.
Some
individuals learn
leadership by opening their mind and soaking up the rich material
provided by other leaders, coaches, individuals from business and
academia.
Based
on this sampling, individuals can learn leadership.
At a
recent presentation about leadership I noted no organization has a
position 'leader'.
Dick Davies
offered a description: 'Leadership is a collection of behaviors, a
calling, and a practice.'
Can
we teach behavior? Passion? Continuous practical development and
application?...
Can
we teach leadership?
Teaching
leadership may be like making policy.
Policy
can make people do things; but
not make them do it well.
What do you think?
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ReplyDeleteWashington's leadership apprenticeship is clearly laid out when he was surveying West Virginia and fighting Indians.
You don't have to be leading the parade to learn about leadership. That's the expensive way.