Peter & Phil's Courageous Conversations

The Prism of Leadership


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In this conversation, Peter and Phil discuss the challenges of leadership in various contexts, including business, government, and universities. They express their concerns about the lack of trust and faith in many global leaders and the need for strong leadership. The importance of effective communication in leadership is emphasized, with a focus on explaining the 'why' behind decisions. The concept of the prism of leadership is introduced, highlighting the distortion of messages and the need for active involvement in interpreting and sending messages.


Takeaways

  • Strong leadership is foundational to success in various domains, including business, government, and universities.
  • Effective communication is crucial in leadership, and leaders should explain the 'why' behind their decisions.
  • Messages from leaders can be distorted or misunderstood, and it is important for followers to actively seek the truth and question the messages they receive.
  • The current era presents challenges for leadership, and there is a need for better leaders and stronger communicators.

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    Peter & Phil's Courageous ConversationsBy Dr. Peter Weinstein & Dr. Phillip Nelson

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