The Mind of a Servant Leader

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Todd Conkright

A new leadership idea was introduced not too long ago that is impacting the world in which we live and work. It is called “Servant Leadership.”  New and Radical Robert Greenleaf introduced the business world to Servant Leadership through his work at AT&T in the 1970’s. It was a dramatic shift from command-and-control leadership models that [...]

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The Butterfly Effect of Leadership

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Todd Conkright

It took 30 years, but the scientific community finally embraced Edward Lorenz’ hypothesis that: A butterfly could flap its wings and set molecules in motion, which would move other molecules of air, in turn moving more molecules of air – eventually capable of starting a hurricane on the other side of the planet. What Lorenz called [...]

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Leaders Under Fire: The Crucible Experiences

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Todd Conkright

cru·ci·ble noun \ˈkrü-sə-bəl\ a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures. a place or occasion of severe test or trial: the crucible of combat (Oxford Dictionaries) Heading In To The Fire I was twenty-three years old when I was promoted to manage a department [...]

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It’s Not About the Tea

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Todd Conkright

As a leader, have you ever been inspired to create positive change in others or in circumstances? Author Greg Mortenson’s tale of getting lost on his way down the second highest peak in the world known as K2 in Pakistan and finding his calling is a story of leadership inspiration. He tells a tale of building [...]

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