Hi, Paul

What a great little post to start our week off:)

I have never read this idea of leader as host anywhere else.  Of course, this makes great sense, Paul.   If I were hosting a get-together at my house, I would do these thing naturally, considering them just what a good host does.

Your points about cross-functional learning and "exposing" the hidden team members in our organizations are also gold.  Too often, we become so focused on our specific role, function, and group, we forget all the other folks who contribute and support.

The potential here by using your framework and excellent strategies for positive leadership interaction and true influence through building socially-based connections is significant.

Thanks for a useful start to our weekly leadership thinking fest.

John