Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The phrase "press on" has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.
- Calvin Coolidge
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Wednesday, October 06, 2010
Positional vs Relational Authority (Key Leadership Principle)
Knowing when not to lead is key principle in leadership. Ron shares and experience that illustrates this perfectly.
Excerpt from ronedmonson.com
I was sitting with a staff member recently who presented me an idea. I had reservations about the idea instantly. It was actually a “red flag” idea and I knew it. I love ideas, however, and I’m consistently encouraging our staff to dream, take risks, and improve upon what we are doing. So I listened intently and we discussed the pros and cons of the idea. The next day this staff member came back to tell me and he had thought about our discussion, had changed his mind and was going a different direction. I was thrilled with “his” decision.
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