Mark McKergow
Leading as a host, not a hero

Video URL: http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/93002716

Discussion: Issue #122

How to build engagement and responsiveness using a new (yet ancient) leadership metaphor.

When we think about leading teams, it’s easy to look too hard at the leader as an individual. What matters more is the relationship between the leader and the team. Mark McKergow will speak about the new yet ancient metaphor of leading as a host, not a hero (or indeed a servant). Building on thousands of years of host-guest relationships, Mark will share his research into how great hosts can lead, and how leaders can learn to host. Thinking of the team as your guests is a rapid and effective first step towards engagement and progress.

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