Really interesting points, Hollis. I recently read a great article in the New Yorker on leadership that made me rethink how we define leadership. It talked, in part, about leaders who came came up through the ranks and those who were brought in from outside. Worth a read. On the subject of change, we just completed a global research project with HR pros and "embraces change" was #4 on the list of traits they felt were most important for leader to possess. I don't have a final report at this point, but if you're interested, I'd love to send you a copy when I do.