This is the second in our series of posts that will explore the nature and practice of leadership through the lenses of different leadership theories and the biographies of different notable leaders and leadership teams. The previous post is On Heroes, Hero Worship and the Heroic in History. Transformational Leadership, Toward a Higher Purpose James […]
This post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” I am continually reminded of the challenges presented in this essay in the work I do with leaders and and in my own life and work. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations […]
This is the first in a series of posts that will explore the nature and practice of leadership through the lenses of different leadership theories and the biographies of different notable leaders and leadership teams. On Heroes, Hero Worship and the Heroic in History Thomas Carlyle (1795 – 1881) was a Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, […]
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Hello, Chad Weinstein here. I am pleased to introduce Fran Lyon-Dugin to this blog. Fran is a new member of the ELA team and we are very excited to have her. She provides strategic consulting and leadership development services as a member of Ethical Leaders in Action. This post draws from her significant leadership experience. […]
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This post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” I am continually reminded of the challenges presented in this essay in the work I do with leaders and and in my own life and work. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations […]
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This post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” I am continually reminded of the challenges presented in this essay in the work I do with leaders and and in my own life and work. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations […]
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This post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” The theme continues to present itself in my conversations with leaders: how to share complex information and challenging perspectives candidly and constructively. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations with your teammates. – […]
Hello, Chad Weinstein here. I am pleased to introduce Tom Laughlin to this blog, though he’s been a part of ELA since its inception. Tom serves as ELA’s director of publishing and brings broad expertise that has been critical to the success of ELA (and, more importantly, to our clients’ successes). Coaching, the topic of […]
One of the great pleasures of consulting is learning about the organizations, industries, and practices we serve. It continues to be fascinating – and fun – to learn about how all kinds of work gets done, and to discover the distinctive know-how, challenges, joys, and languages of many of what I will call, “vocational subcultures”. […]
Note to Readers: This is a longer article, which first appeared in Minnesota Fire Chief Magazine, the publication of the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association (www.msfca.org). “I’m sorry to interrupt, but this is a bunch of bulls—t,” the officer said. Frustration was evident on his face. “These are some good techniques and stuff, but they […]
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Transformational Leadership, Toward a Higher Purpose
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinThis is the second in our series of posts that will explore the nature and practice of leadership through the lenses of different leadership theories and the biographies of different notable leaders and leadership teams. The previous post is On Heroes, Hero Worship and the Heroic in History. Transformational Leadership, Toward a Higher Purpose James […]
Ode to Candor
/in Ethical Leadership/by Chad WeinsteinThis post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” I am continually reminded of the challenges presented in this essay in the work I do with leaders and and in my own life and work. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations […]
On Heroes, Hero Worship and the Heroic in History
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinThis is the first in a series of posts that will explore the nature and practice of leadership through the lenses of different leadership theories and the biographies of different notable leaders and leadership teams. On Heroes, Hero Worship and the Heroic in History Thomas Carlyle (1795 – 1881) was a Scottish philosopher, satirical writer, […]
Leading Into a Storm
/in Ethical Leadership/by Fran Lyon-DuginHello, Chad Weinstein here. I am pleased to introduce Fran Lyon-Dugin to this blog. Fran is a new member of the ELA team and we are very excited to have her. She provides strategic consulting and leadership development services as a member of Ethical Leaders in Action. This post draws from her significant leadership experience. […]
Sisyphus on Parole: Finding Meaning in Our Work
/in Ethical Leadership/by Chad WeinsteinThis post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” I am continually reminded of the challenges presented in this essay in the work I do with leaders and and in my own life and work. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations […]
Make Mistakes with Class
/in Ethical Leadership/by Chad WeinsteinThis post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” I am continually reminded of the challenges presented in this essay in the work I do with leaders and and in my own life and work. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations […]
Embracing Complexity
/in Ethical Leadership/by Chad WeinsteinThis post is an excerpt from my book “Thinking Aloud.” The theme continues to present itself in my conversations with leaders: how to share complex information and challenging perspectives candidly and constructively. I hope you enjoy the essay – and perhaps introduce the questions below as a way to start conversations with your teammates. – […]
Coaching Made Simple
/in Ethical Leadership/by Tom LaughlinHello, Chad Weinstein here. I am pleased to introduce Tom Laughlin to this blog, though he’s been a part of ELA since its inception. Tom serves as ELA’s director of publishing and brings broad expertise that has been critical to the success of ELA (and, more importantly, to our clients’ successes). Coaching, the topic of […]
Painfully Unique
/in Ethical Leadership, Leadership/by Chad WeinsteinOne of the great pleasures of consulting is learning about the organizations, industries, and practices we serve. It continues to be fascinating – and fun – to learn about how all kinds of work gets done, and to discover the distinctive know-how, challenges, joys, and languages of many of what I will call, “vocational subcultures”. […]
Everyday Leadership in the Fire Service
/in Ethical Leadership, Fire/EMS, Leadership/by Chad WeinsteinNote to Readers: This is a longer article, which first appeared in Minnesota Fire Chief Magazine, the publication of the Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Association (www.msfca.org). “I’m sorry to interrupt, but this is a bunch of bulls—t,” the officer said. Frustration was evident on his face. “These are some good techniques and stuff, but they […]