Hi, Marcella:)

This is a very interesting post about a concept that seems to integreate appreciative inquiry, positive leadership, and a realistic, but optimistic view of people and the workplace.

I enjoyed your explanation of how positive leadership displays and particularly like the "abundance" mindset idea, althought I am not taken with the word.  I have seen some problems occur when the idea of "abundance" is taken to represent a "I should have all the money I want" approach to life.  I believe that abundance is only truly reached when we share with others ... I have enought to give some to you.

Your point about the need for patience is key.  To remain focused on the larger goals and not let the daily hassles wear one down seems to be an essential part of effective leadership.  One inspires by prevailing, so to speak, and models acceptance of the "now", while keeping the vision of "Soon" alive.

Sidebar:  You are the second person to mention Frederic Laloux to me in the last week and I have not been aware of him before this.  Thanks for adding another book to my already very long reading list:).

John