Recently I was discussing some of my favorite topics (management, leadership) with Ashok Shrivastava, retired VP at CPG giant Proctor and Gamble. Ashok had several insights to share but this particular one was very interesting. When a leader declares a goal and goes ahead and achieves it, he or she is in the “challenge” mode…. Continue reading
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Apprentice – Points to ponder
This is the first season of Apprentice I really followed closely. I had heard extreme opinions about the show (obviously I had not watched the previous seasons) – some hated the show and some absolutely loved it. I personally have mixed feelings about the show. Since next week, we may see whether Tana or Kendra… Continue reading
Ways to distinguish yourself – #20 Lead a volunteer effort
All of us know that leadership is more than holding a title or a position. However, it is difficult for many people to start an initiative without positional power. Undertaking a lead role in a volunteer effort will solve that problem. Leading a volunteer can be hard work but the rewards are great. If you… Continue reading
A Leader's resume – his people
A Company’s resume – client listA teacher’s resume – student listA leader’s resume – his people If you are a leader, there are so many things that you have to do right. There are people who are watching your moves as you are a role model for most people. There are many ways to know… Continue reading
The Leadership Challenge
Leadership is as simple as filling in the blanks
There is enough literature that is out there that says that leadership is not tied to the position. However, there is not much written about how a person who is not in a “sort of” leadership position able to lead. I believe that leadership is as simple as filling in the blanks. Any organization or… Continue reading