Leadership Dynamics Reader Gifts

"Now you've written to second in command, remember one thing. To me you're still a flunky."

"This is a merit-based organization! Can't you see I’ve hired the very best and most qualified yes-men money can buy?"

'We're like family. I look out for them. They look out for me.'

"I suppose just climbing the greasy pole is no longer an option..."

"What was I thinking?!"

News Internecine: Murdoch succession battle

'Well, I must say I never thought team-building exercises could be such fun.'

British Prime Minister

"I always try to give out at least one genuine compliment per day. I don't always succeed."

"The GOOD news is that 94 people want to attend the leadership training, the bad news is that 64 of them want to change the venue, 56 the time and 45 want to be course leader."

'He's a good listener, but only to the sound of his own voice.'

Dave realised that Clive didn't see problems,only 'challenges to be embraced'.

King Solomon's Pollster.

'....and that's our CEO. He's trying to find a corporate direction.'

"Leadership is about more than delegating all of your work."

"Come on, we all know you're the new Alpha Male: No need to rub it in by wearing a badge..."

The Modern Damocles -

"Guess what, Collins? Not my job to remember what I said yesterday."

'It's a real conundrum. Not sure if I should open it, or beat it.'

"I'm worried about my leadership ability. None of the board members follow me on Twitter."

'I'm not getting the support I need.'

"It's just the boss building consensus."

Disraeli Cements his Leadership over Conservatives

He was the kind of boss who evoked extreme emotions.

Thoughts of Stephen Harper...

Leadership in the Covid-19 era

"I'd describe myself as generous and empathetic. I've always been good at self delusion."

"Does anyone know where the leadership training is taking place."

'General, You look pale this morning...' - 'I had a nightmare Admiral! I dreamed the war began!'

"If someone says they're a leader and no one hears it, is it true?"

General Manager/Specifics Manager

"Your air-guitar solos are commendable, Mr Ferguson, but do you have any other examples of how you’ve ‘taken the lead’?"

Boris & Theresa

Donald Trump

Three popular executive swivel styles, and what they mean.