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(6657, 1872, 'Mike Henry Sr.', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/book-review-fearless-max-lucado', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-08 17:34:45', '2010-03-08 22:34:45', 'Thanks Meredith. The point I\'m also trying to make is the team\'s energy recharges the leader too!  A community of peers contributing their best energy, like the members of Lead Change at LeaderPalooza was very energizing indeed.\n\nMike...\n.-= Mike Henry Sr.´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LeadChangeGroupRSS/~3/-NVSLHWpiEc/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leadership Energy</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 6654, 0),
(6658, 1872, 'Mike Henry Sr.', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/book-review-fearless-max-lucado', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-08 17:38:57', '2010-03-08 22:38:57', 'Thanks Mary Jo for the \"Emotional Bank Account\" principle.  That\'s a great description of what takes place.  However I also think there is an additional dimension.  It is like an emotional trust fund.  The leader inspires others to make deposits and everyone shares in the return.\n\nThanks again for the great comment. Mike...\n.-= Mike Henry Sr.´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LeadChangeGroupRSS/~3/-NVSLHWpiEc/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leadership Energy</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 6655, 0),
(6659, 1872, 'Mike Henry Sr.', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/book-review-fearless-max-lucado', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-08 17:49:20', '2010-03-08 22:49:20', 'Dale, thanks for the reminder.  I agree there are some (many) organizations that kill the energy contributed by character-based leaders.  Their positional authority structure and the systems to defend it just kill the energy and burns out anyone trying to energize effort with character.\n\nThanks for setting up my next post...\n\nMike...\n.-= Mike Henry Sr.´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/LeadChangeGroupRSS/~3/-NVSLHWpiEc/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leadership Energy</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 6656, 0),
(6660, 1872, 'Steve Broe', 'sbroedtm@gmail.com', 'http://blog.mycareerimpact.com', '75.172.170.70', '2010-03-08 18:04:36', '2010-03-08 23:04:36', 'Leaders offer energy to their followers and team by providing guidance, intellectual stimulation, and their vision. When a leader allows others to freely contribute to the vision, others generate their own energy.  A leader can remove restraints which allow others to find energy activation from internal sources.\n.-= Steve Broe´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://blog.mycareerimpact.com/2010/03/08/when-is-it-best-to-just-be-a-manager-and-not-a-leader.aspx?ref=rss\" rel=\"nofollow\">When is it best to just be a manager and not a leader?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6661, 1872, 'Monica Diaz', 'monica@e-quidam.com', 'http://www.e-quidam.com/theblog', '201.154.197.221', '2010-03-10 11:05:05', '2010-03-10 16:05:05', 'I am fortunate to experience boundless energy from working with people like the LeadChange group members, my own team, my family and my wonderful clients! Creating energy together breeds commitment and enhances mission. It is a great place to be and a worthy thing to strive for. Inpiring and inspired should be commonplace in work if you are operating from a character-based perspective.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6662, 1872, 'billy Cox', 'Billycox@championshipsales.com', 'http://www.billycoxinternational.com', '72.48.21.81', '2010-03-10 22:14:51', '2010-03-11 03:14:51', 'Very nice. I\'m all about energizing action.People feed off the leaders energy. John Maxwell wisely states \"a manager say\'s go...a leader say\'s Let\'s go!\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6663, 1880, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.214.79', '2010-03-11 08:13:08', '2010-03-11 13:13:08', 'Hi Mike, I like your spin of the concept of consumerism vs. contributors.  It is clearly the outcome of a win-lose mentality.  I do think many times people end up being \"consumers\" aka victims in organizations because they get resigned about their ability to make a difference.  A history of poor leadership in an organization can leave a legacy of consumers.  So I think it is important for leaders to learn to distinguish between those who just need to be enrolled in a possibility they are willing to invest themselves in again, and/or shown that win-win is possible vs. those that are truly just committed to their own interests and driven to \"consume\" (or complain!).\n.-= Susan Mazza´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://randomactsofleadership.com/2010/03/09/chance-vs-risk/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Do You Take Chances or Risks?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6664, 1880, 'uberVU - social comments', '', '', '174.129.29.13', '2010-03-11 10:50:41', '2010-03-11 16:50:41', '<strong>Social comments and analytics for this post...</strong>\n\nThis post was mentioned on Twitter by mikehenrysr: Wrong link posted earlier: Please check out my latest post, Spontaneous Motivation http://bit.ly/d7aqw5 #LeadChange...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6665, 1880, 'Roy Atkinson', 'Roy.Atkinson@me.com', 'http://royatkinson.blogspot.com', '166.137.139.34', '2010-03-14 08:56:28', '2010-03-14 13:56:28', 'Mike- I like the concept of energy cycles, and how self-motivating energy spreads. I have seen this work, and I have seen negativity snuff the spreading flames of energy. Great post--thanks!\n.-= Roy Atkinson´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://royatkinson.blogspot.com/2010/02/little-human-contact.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">A Little Human Contact</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6666, 1880, 'Jennifer', 'jennperez78@gmail.com', 'http://link.imd.ch/rexqb', '122.167.118.68', '2010-04-05 03:46:35', '2010-04-05 08:46:35', 'Good post! And I do agree that if people are going to do their best, they must be internally motivated. Leadership is a very important trait. Leading at the edge means playing to win as an individual, as a team, and as an organization. Companies that create a leadership development culture excel because they become talent magnets by always providing people with opportunities to learn, grow, and build leadership competencies. Regardless of their professional and organizational roles, all top leaders must understand how leadership, culture, and operational effectiveness are closely intertwined to achieve outstanding results. At the <a>IMD OWP 2010</a> you will learn what leaders in the top companies, who are known for their outstanding leadership cultures, do so successfully to continue leading at the edge', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6667, 1880, 'Ellen Weber', 'eweber1@frontiernet.net', 'http://www.brainleadersandlearners.com/', '70.100.152.131', '2010-04-26 20:54:40', '2010-04-27 01:54:40', 'The quote here \"“If people are going to do their best, they must be internally motivated” – Kouzes &amp; Posner Leadership Challenge 4th Edition\" opens the gate to wonderful discussion that this post framed. Thanks Mike!\n\nInternal motivation is tied tightly to brain chemicals that work for \"drive, incentive and enthusiasm,\" one day and against it the next.\n\nThe key is that when we know how motivation works in the human brain, we can get it more often when the chips are down. I plan to write a blog on the topic and will link it to this terrific post.\n.-= Ellen Weber´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://www.brainleadersandlearners.com/2-footed-question/brainpower-for-democracy-or-demolition/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Brainpower for Democracy or Demolition?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6668, 1880, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-26 21:50:29', '2010-04-27 02:50:29', 'Thanks for the kind words about the post. I\'m interested to read your comments when you write about \"how motivation works in the human brain.\" Sounds interesting.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6667, 0),
(6669, 17808, 'Tweets that mention Energize, Mobilize &amp; Guide -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/tb/bit.ly/7IJySn', '208.74.66.43', '2010-01-21 08:40:46', '2010-01-21 13:40:46', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney. Michael McKinney said: Mike Henry Sr: Energize, Mobilize &amp; Guide http://bit.ly/5mX86v [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6670, 17808, 'perry maughmer', 'maughmer@gmail.com', '', '12.16.164.205', '2010-01-21 08:58:39', '2010-01-21 13:58:39', 'Great post Mike.  Just like Rev. R. Inman said, \"A great teacher never strives to explain his vision - he simply invites you to stand beside him and see for yourself.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6671, 17808, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://davidburkus.com', '72.192.67.82', '2010-01-21 16:22:20', '2010-01-21 21:22:20', 'Love it. Such a huge fan of Kouzes and Posner. The great tradegy of leadership is that Maxwell outsells them.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6672, 17808, 'Dave Baldwin', 'davidmbaldwin@gmail.com', 'http://dmbaldwin.wordpress.com', '68.55.2.58', '2010-01-22 08:51:33', '2010-01-22 13:51:34', 'Great post Mike. The rubric that Kouzes and Posner use reminds me of the four I\'s of transformational leadership. Bass &amp; Avolio have researched and written volumes on the topic (Bass died two years ago.). Their four I\'s are also guides and challenges to the transformational leader. I used their MLQ (Multi-factor Leadership Questionnaire in my doctoral research. It\'s a very powerful assessment tool.\nThe Four I\'s:\n1. Inspirational Motivation\n2. Idealized Influence\n3. Individual Consideration\n4. Intellectual Stimulation\nAlso funny thing, in my quiet time this morning I was praying that God would make me the leader my organization needs. This post is a direct answer to that prayer. Thank you!\nBlessings,\nDave\n.-= Dave Baldwin´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://dmbaldwin.wordpress.com/2010/01/21/our-missionary-god/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Our Missionary God:</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6673, 17810, 'Tweets that mention Lead Change January Tweet Chat -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/tb/bit.ly/9BKGYU', '208.74.66.58', '2010-02-04 17:47:25', '2010-02-04 22:47:25', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr. and others. Mike Henry Sr. said: Lead Change January Tweet Chat archive is posted! http://bit.ly/dkPQTq [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6674, 1913, 'uberVU - social comments', '', '', '174.129.29.13', '2010-03-25 22:18:44', '2010-03-26 03:18:44', '<strong>Social comments and analytics for this post...</strong>\n\nThis post was mentioned on Twitter by mikehenrysr: Just posted at #LeadChange blog: Your Friends and Your Future http://bit.ly/crLsCL...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6675, 1913, 'Tweets that mention Your Friends and Your Future -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http://leadchangegroup.com/friends-future/', '208.74.66.43', '2010-03-26 02:26:55', '2010-03-26 07:26:55', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Sagestone Partners, DAN RODRIGUEZ and others. DAN RODRIGUEZ said: RT @DavidBlenko: “Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future.” http://j.mp/9chSCG //PROVEN [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6676, 1913, 'Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts', '', '', '75.101.137.176', '2010-03-27 09:23:05', '2010-03-27 14:23:05', '[...] Officer, N2growth You can either create great customer experiences and...         3  Tweets     Your Friends and Your Future     If your friends are your future, what does your future look like? Is it one of growth and [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6677, 1913, 'Dr. Jason Brooks', 'dr.jasonbrooks@gmail.com', 'http://drjasonbrooks.com', '76.18.139.89', '2010-03-28 16:45:09', '2010-03-28 21:45:09', 'Absolutely Mike! The importance of surrounding ourselves with inspirational, character-based professionals will help to lay a foundation for accountability and support for the future. I have conducted research on the importance of life balance in senior levels executives and it is clear that social wellness (or the connections which we have with others)  has an impact on overall success and wellbeing.\n\nThanks for your thoughts!\n\nLive with Passion!\nDr. Jason Brooks', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6678, 1913, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-28 16:55:36', '2010-03-28 21:55:36', 'Thanks for the first-time comment Jason!  I\'m glad the research confirms it.  I know for myself, I generally deteriorate when alone and perform \"up\" to the group when I\'m connected, helping, and involved in community with others.  Thanks!  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6677, 0),
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(6680, 1913, 'The Leadership Development Carnival – Anniversary Edition is up! &laquo; TalentedApps', '', 'http://talentedapps.wordpress.com/2010/04/07/the-leadership-development-carnival-%e2%80%93-anniversary-edition-is-up/', '72.233.104.12', '2010-04-07 13:45:43', '2010-04-07 18:45:43', '[...] Mike Henry&#8217;s Your Friends and Your Future. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6681, 1915, 'uberVU - social comments', '', '', '67.202.32.232', '2010-03-28 15:13:34', '2010-03-28 20:13:34', '<strong>Social comments and analytics for this post...</strong>\n\nThis post was mentioned on Twitter by LeadershipNow: Mike Henry Sr: Getting Naked http://bit.ly/901gAh...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6682, 1915, 'Tweets that mention Getting Naked: A business fable about shredding the three fears that sabotage client loyalty -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http://leadchangegroup.com/naked/', '208.74.66.43', '2010-03-28 19:04:37', '2010-03-29 00:04:37', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr. and others. Mike Henry Sr. said: New post: Getting Naked http://bit.ly/aofxg9 #leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6683, 1915, 'Donna', 'edgefit@shaw.ca', 'http://www.edgefit.ca', '174.7.107.46', '2010-04-03 09:41:54', '2010-04-03 14:41:54', 'I really enjoyed the book and how Patrick outlined the three fears. I\'m a fitness professional and business coach and I see personal trainers make these mistakes all the time when trying to \"sell\" their services. It\'s much more empowering to take on a coaching roll and help clients solve their problem of weight loss or changing lifestyle behaviors. I think all trainers should read this book to understand the power of connection.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6684, 1915, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-03 09:48:15', '2010-04-03 14:48:15', 'Donna, thanks for the additional thoughts. I agree we all could use the understanding of the power of connection.  When we can demonstrate our willingness to put our clients and others first, we begin to build trust.  And trust is necessary for truly successful relationships.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6683, 0),
(6685, 1915, 'Pravin', 'drenn9wwf8v@mail.com', 'http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003469730209', '221.178.182.89', '2015-12-10 05:50:09', '2015-12-10 10:50:09', 'You need some adult swim lessons! You are miissng out. We LOVE the water at our house. Slimy ocean bottoms and jelly fish and fish in general swimming are not my favorite things but we love swimming in lakes, rivers, the ocean you name it. I haven\'t been on a boat much but our best vacation ever was in Maui and a lot of it was spent planted firmly on the beach.Not that you are wrong, everyone can have different interests. I am just saying maybe if you were a strong swimmer you could get over your fear of drowning.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(6686, 1924, 'Tanmay Vora', 'tnvora@yahoo.com', '', '122.169.65.189', '2010-03-21 22:02:33', '2010-03-22 03:02:33', 'Hi Mike, This is an excellent book that I have read. \"Why do you want to lead?\" is an important question that this book so nicely answers.\n\nPersonally for me, this book helps when I am counseling my team members. Most professionals (programmers, testers etc.) aspire to become project leaders and managers. Some of the ideas from this book helps me counsel them better.\n\nBest,\nTanmay\n.-= Tanmay Vora´s last blog ..Adding Value and Importance of 2% =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6687, 1924, 'Scott Pearson', 'scott4624@gmail.com', 'http://byronscott.wordpress.com', '165.122.12.70', '2010-03-22 14:40:05', '2010-03-22 19:40:05', 'Mike,\nThanks for the review. Sounds like his approach is simple and logical. I will take a quick look next time I am at Borders.\n.-= Scott Pearson´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://byronscott.wordpress.com/2010/03/20/do-your-metrics-matter/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Do your Metrics Matter?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6688, 1924, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-22 15:54:01', '2010-03-22 20:54:01', 'Thanks Tanmay.  I was struck at how simply things were presented and thought it would be good for first-time and aspiring leaders.  Thanks for the comment.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6686, 0),
(6689, 1924, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-22 15:54:49', '2010-03-22 20:54:49', 'It\'s a great quick read. Perfect for new or about-to-be new leaders.', 0, '1', '', '', 6687, 0),
(6690, 1924, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.64.207', '2010-03-31 13:34:29', '2010-03-31 18:34:29', 'Thanks for this review. I\'ve been wanting to read this one for awhile.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6691, 1956, 'Dale', 'dale.quantumtrends@gmail.com', 'http://soaringwitheagles.net', '75.58.159.245', '2010-03-29 19:24:20', '2010-03-30 00:24:20', 'I found it interesting that the rationale for a \"good type\" of bribery is attempted to be validated as justified. I remember a similar story a few years back that I read in Bill George\'s book, True North. The employee attempted to use similar rationale of why he used bribes. I would agree with the assertions in that book, that being authentic as not just a leader but as an organization, means standing by a certain code regardless of where you do business. Once a rationale starts to take a shortcut from that anywhere, it is like a bad apple in a good barrel of apples -- eventually the rot spreads.\n\nGreat Post!\n.-= Dale ´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/soaringwitheagles/QXbw/~3/Lbm0kRulT9U/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The 3 Little Leaders &amp; The Big Bad Boss</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6692, 1956, 'Tweets that mention What Kind of Corruption is Good? -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/most-troubling-aspect/', '208.74.66.43', '2010-03-29 19:40:17', '2010-03-30 00:40:17', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Peter Mello, Weekly Leader, Henk Sijgers, Tweeter Leader and others. Tweeter Leader said: What Kind of Corruption is Good? | Lead Change Group [del.icio.us] http://su.pr/1HAXck [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6693, 1956, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomacstofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '67.172.67.64', '2010-03-29 19:50:26', '2010-03-30 00:50:26', 'In every human system there are some combination of the official rules and the unwritten rules (aka cultural norms) governing behavior.  The more closed a system, in this case a country, the more ripe it is for abuse and corruption that goes unchecked and gets passed off (or justified away) as a \"cultural norm\".\n\nThe \"when in Rome\" philosophy is a slippery slope indeed when it comes to ethical business practices.  An \"innocent\" bribe leads to things like lead in the paint used on children\'s toys and Chinese dry wall.  We have to be careful not to blame the source of the products though, because somewhere along the line was what seemed like \"good corruption\" that let those products get across our borders.\n\nA long way of saying I share your view on this Mike!\n.-= Susan Mazza´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://randomactsofleadership.com/2010/03/23/the-urge-to-lead/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Urge to Lead</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6694, 1956, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-30 06:26:34', '2010-03-30 11:26:34', 'Thanks Susan. I do think we should all have some trepidation even at the point where we buy products.  I realize it\'s almost impossible to avoid purchasing products from companies that have chosen to take part in the process. But we should be looking for opportunities to advance the organizations that act with character rather than simply accepting the status quo.  We\'ve got a lot of work to do.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6693, 0),
(6695, 1956, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-30 06:29:33', '2010-03-30 11:29:33', 'Thanks for reminding me of True North. That is a great book on this whole topic. I was just amazed at how easy it is to evaluate the economics of something and rationalize the corruption because their economy had \"grown.\"  It got my attention.  In this case, I hope the good apples find a new barrel.', 0, '1', '', '', 6691, 0),
(6696, 1956, 'John Gies', 'john@johngies.com', 'http://Blog.johngies.com', '174.51.51.83', '2010-03-30 09:40:35', '2010-03-30 14:40:35', 'Mike,\n\nThanks for your response to the article. Two things; I think the previous comments hit the nail on the head. As business Leaders we live by values. And if those values are that corruption is bad, (I think we all agree it is) then we cannot waiver from that conviction. Even to the point of losing a deal. I can think of a deal or two I lost because I wouldn\'t play.\n\nThe second thing is that i find it encouraging to see that this kind of thinking is catching on in the marketplace and that people are talking about values and their role in business and that there is a new consciousness coming to play in business.\n\nMike thanks for your work,\n\nJohn\n.-= John Gies´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://blog.johngies.com/2010/03/27/intent-is-more-important-than-capabilities.aspx?ref=rss\" rel=\"nofollow\">Intent is More Important Than Capabilities</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6697, 1956, 'Maya Mathias', 'maya@inventivelinks.com', 'http://www.inventivelinks.com', '203.117.44.222', '2010-03-30 13:02:59', '2010-03-30 18:02:59', 'Hi Mike, thanks for this thought-provoking  and heartening post!  Being born and raised in Asia, and having worked with US companies (and lately in the US) for several years, I\'ve witnessed both sides of this issue.  I love that this post takes a stand against being corporate slaves to the dollar, and urges leaders to question how their bottom-line approach impacts fundamental global liberties.  Wonderful post!  Cheers, Maya.\n.-= Maya Mathias´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InventiveLinks/~3/bmjToKY8YuI/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Being a flexible leader</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6698, 1956, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-30 13:20:50', '2010-03-30 18:20:50', 'Thanks for the comment. Nothing is without consequences.  Generally our pursuit of money has negative ones...', 0, '1', '', '', 6697, 0),
(6699, 1956, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-30 13:25:33', '2010-03-30 18:25:33', 'It is encouraging that the thinking is catching on, but we have a long road to go.  For example, if you have money in a mutual fund, how do you know you\'re not funding this very behavior?  The mutual fund makes ownership transactional and most mutual funds are judged by their stock price growth.  So in my own 401k, I find myself a big part of the exact problem I\'m decrying.\nThere is much to do.  Thanks for the great comment.', 0, '1', '', '', 6696, 0),
(6700, 1956, 'Scott Pearson', 'scott4624@gmail.com', 'http://byronscott.wordpress.com', '165.122.12.70', '2010-03-30 13:52:37', '2010-03-30 18:52:37', 'Mike, thanks for your thoughtful opinion on this issue. I have worked for global companies who have stringent domestic guidelines for ethical behavior relative to bribery and price fixing. If they do condone this conduct internationally, as I am sure some do, it calls to question their ethical position overall. You are correct, they are selling out their values and participating in lining the pockets of a few by enslaving many.\n.-= Scott Pearson´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://byronscott.wordpress.com/2010/03/29/the-shoe-salesman/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Shoe Salesman</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6701, 1956, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-30 14:08:54', '2010-03-30 19:08:54', 'I was just amazed by the point of the article: corruption is changing and for businesses that participate in it, things could get more difficult.  So I felt like I had to write something.  I also wrote SmartBrief but they haven\'t responded yet.\n\nThanks for checking it out.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6700, 0),
(6702, 1956, 'Dave Baldwin', 'davidmbaldwin@gmail.com', 'http://dmbaldwin.wordpress.com', '68.55.2.58', '2010-03-30 16:49:59', '2010-03-30 21:49:59', 'Well it looks like I may be the odd man out on this subject. I have witnessed Christian workers in other countries paying bribes just so they don\'t spend a day in jail because they didn\'t have their papers with them. So is a dollar to us worth the time and hassle it would take spending time in the local city hall working through things. Then in other countries I have seen people give Bibles and other Christian literature as \"payment\" for traffic stops etc. (technically a bribe).\nIsn\'t a hint of a better tip in this culture a bribe for better service?\nI have seen people pay the \"going rate\" when it comes to bribes, but not an excessive amount. Holding the line at what seems the acceptable practice in that country.\nSo, I do believe it\'s more gray than we may want to think.\nJust the other side of things to keep us thinking that\'s all.\nBlessings,\nDave\n.-= Dave Baldwin´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://dmbaldwin.wordpress.com/2010/03/29/sunday-evening-reflections-38/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Sunday Evening Reflections:</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6703, 1956, 'Jason Seiden', 'jason@seidenleadership.com', 'http://jasonseiden.com', '24.13.150.231', '2010-03-30 18:41:48', '2010-03-30 23:41:48', '(I just wrote a reply that seems to have evaporated... if this is a repeat, my apologies.)\n\nI think it\'s important to know your ethics and make a stand... and also important to accept the imperfect nature of our world and the grayness of said ethics.\n\nThere\'s a lot to what Dave B says.\n\nMy favorite example of how gray ethics can be: imagine you want to clean up your society, which is corrupt, and so you run for office. Your choice:\n\n-run a dirty campaign (it\'s the only way you can win)\n-lose\n-smash the system from the outside.\n\nThe last option may seem the \"cleanest\" ethically, but only until you consider how many lives will probably be lost in the ensuing battle for power.\nLosing may seem the next \"cleanest,\" but now you face a situation where your society remains under the thumb of the corrupt—and you had the power to stop them!\n\nFinally, the dirty campaign. Let\'s say you win. Your moral code will never quite fit you again... and yet if you do good deeds, and generations that follow evolve to a more perfect set of ethic standards, then can we claim the ends justified the means?\n\nDefinitely a subtle issue without an easy answer...\n\n...that deserves more attention and discussion than it gets.\n.-= Jason Seiden´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://jasonseiden.com/cybersmear/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Cybersmear</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6704, 1956, 'Mike Henry Sr.', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-31 01:32:42', '2010-03-31 06:32:42', 'Dave, Thanks for the comment. I understand that there are multiple sides to every story.  I agree there are times when we all do certain things to accomplish higher goals.  The article that prompted my response was a purely economic judgment and rationale for an economically motivated behavior.  No one is trying to do anything more \"noble\" than make money, and no one seems to judge the right or wrong of the practice by any method other than the pragmatism of achieving the monetary goals.  When money is our only measure, I think you\'d agree, we have a bad ruler.\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6702, 0),
(6705, 1956, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-03-31 01:56:43', '2010-03-31 06:56:43', 'Jason, thanks for the comment (and the persistence). I agree the \"end justifies means\" discussion is very complex. Key for anyone, like you stated, is to \"know your ethics and make a stand.\"  My stand regarding this practice is that money is the only measure of right and wrong.  I guess I didn\'t make the point very well, but when money is our only measure, we are hooked.  Too many atrocities have been committed under the guise of \"end justifies means\" when the end is money.  And if our only measure of the benefit of a practice is money, we can expect more atrocities to follow.\n\nTo link this back to your example, at the precise moment we decide that a dirty campaign is the only way to win, we lose.  It\'s like Global Thermonuclear War in the movie War Games.  The only way to win is not to play.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6703, 0),
(6706, 1956, 'Tim', 'tim@timporthouse.com', 'http://www.timporthouse.com', '70.190.219.99', '2010-03-31 08:07:51', '2010-03-31 13:07:51', 'Great thought-provoking article Mike, thank you.\n\nI also like the way Jon Gies approached it (in his comment above) by looking at corruption as a values issue.\n\nPersonally - I don\'t have a problem with chasing profit - I think that\'s healthy for companies. However I believe that it becomes a problem if the pursuit of profit causes you to lose your integrity or to break the law.\n\nI see some companies playing in the \"gray areas\" - doing things that don\'t technically break the law but are clearly out of integrity. I believe that this is a slippery-slope and that these companies typically plunge further into unethical behavior.\n\nI always ask my teams a simple question: Look into your heart and ask \"Is this the RIGHT thing to do?\" If not - don\'t do it!\n\nThanks for the great discussion Mike,\n\nTim\n.-= Tim´s last blog ..Advice For A Woman - From A Man?! =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6707, 1956, 'Jason Seiden', 'jason@seidenleadership.com', 'http://jasonseiden.com', '24.13.150.231', '2010-04-02 00:26:21', '2010-04-02 05:26:21', '...on ethics, from CNN (today): http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/04/01/daimler.bribery/index.html?hpt=T2\n\n...on the politics/nuclear war analogy (scroll down to #17): http://jasonseiden.com/20-great-movies-for-leaders-5/\n.-= Jason Seiden´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://jasonseiden.com/actions-speak-louder-than-words-unless-i-find-you-attractive/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Actions Speak Louder than Words… Unless I Find You Attractive</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6708, 1970, 'Kelly Ketelboeter', 'kketelboeter@gmail.com', 'http://www.theexperiencefactor.com', '99.63.206.87', '2010-04-01 14:46:23', '2010-04-01 19:46:23', 'Great post Mike!\n\nIt is hard to develop that trust if you don\'t believe that others are in it for the win-win but for themselves.  I have experienced this first hand too many times.  When you shift the focus from helping others to helping yourself, you lose respect and with that trust.  I am a big believer in karma and as you pointed out a great way to create positive karma is to give win first!\n\nThanks!\nKelly\n.-= Kelly Ketelboeter´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://theexperiencefactor.com/the-break-up/696/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Break Up</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6709, 1970, 'uberVU - social comments', '', '', '75.101.226.43', '2010-04-01 21:02:36', '2010-04-02 02:02:36', '<strong>Social comments and analytics for this post...</strong>\n\nThis post was mentioned on Twitter by mikehenrysr: Latest post on the #Leadchange Blog - Leadership Skill: Give Win First http://bit.ly/bOptY2...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6710, 1970, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-03 09:46:20', '2010-04-03 14:46:20', 'Thanks for the comment Kelly. I appreciate your statement that you lose respect and trust when you shift the focus to yourself.  We also need to remember also that trust lost is much harder to re-gain.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6708, 0),
(6711, 1970, 'Shawn Murphy', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://www.achievedstrategies.com/blog', '166.187.141.181', '2010-04-03 15:42:59', '2010-04-03 20:42:59', 'We can\'t speak enough that change starts with ourselves.  Yes it\'s a bit cliche to say; however, practicing the intent behind the statement is what matters.  \"Removing the friction\" as you say is indeed the action part behind standing for change through our actions.\n\nThere is, however, another viewpoint on your statement \"in order for you to demonstrate that you are worthy of trust, you must give win first.\"  What about starting with trust?  When we start with trust we give it freely without the need to demonstrate it first.  There are no conditions. No past story interfering with the possibility of trust that exists today.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6712, 1970, '11 ways to build trust within your team | SmartBlog on Leadership', '', 'http://smartblogs.com/leadership/2011/07/19/lead-change-post/', '50.56.114.202', '2011-07-19 09:02:30', '2011-07-19 14:02:30', '[...] Give Win First. No one ever created a win-win relationship without letting the other person win first.  If you refuse to let the other person win, you force everyone to contract and withdraw. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6713, 2155, 'Tweets that mention Apply Character-based Leadership in Your Community -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/applied-characterbased-leadership/', '74.112.128.30', '2010-05-02 13:00:11', '2010-05-02 18:00:11', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Dale Lawrence, Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Applied Character-based Leadership http://bit.ly/c37vYR (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6714, 2155, 'Shawn Murphy', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://www.achievedstrategies.com/blog', '99.17.7.206', '2010-05-02 21:42:13', '2010-05-03 02:42:13', 'Mike, you continue to demonstrate why you are a mighty force: you are putting into action what you advocate.  I love that you are exploring how to get training to those companies who cannot afford quality training.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6715, 2155, 'Sharon Eden', 'sharon@sharoneden.biz', 'http://www.sharoneden.biz', '86.181.104.68', '2010-05-03 03:54:51', '2010-05-03 08:54:51', 'Hi Mike... excellent update and plans.  I\'m engaged in the same work professionally so know the power of grass root changes in SMEs.  Brilliant!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6716, 2155, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://www.sagestone-partners.com', '24.209.196.38', '2010-05-03 08:56:40', '2010-05-03 13:56:40', 'Mike,\nThanks for the great post and shout-out to Cincinnati!!  WOO HOO!!\n\nI believe the Cincinnati group grew by leaps and bounds, not so much because of social media presence (although it sure made it easier!) but because people are thirsty for these concepts!\n\nIt seems much of the business community is eager to support leadership that is character-based and people-focused.  For many, this is different than what they\'re used to...and they\'re ready for it, especially on the heels of a huge economic downtown and its devastating effects.\n\nI believe the greatest advantage to a local group lies in the community.  This community provides support, encouragement, continued development and a professional sounding board of like-minded people outside of your own company. What a great concept!!\n\nThis community helps you to know that when you make a tough decision that\'s the right one, you\'re not alone.  There\'s a group that will support you and assure you that you did the right thing.\n\nLocal groups are a necessary component to the character-based leadership revolution!  I see it making a difference already in Cincinnati.\n\nJoin us!!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6717, 2155, 'JakeHillman', 'jhillman@godrivesolutions.com', '', '207.109.252.194', '2010-05-03 12:14:47', '2010-05-03 17:14:47', 'Hey Mike,\nOne of our mutual friends recently encouraged me to step out to do this very thing. At first I thought that she was nuts, but after I thought about it, I realized that I had too much to offer to just keep it to myself and within my own organization. I knew that character-based leadership was needed in my community, so as a result, I am currently in the process of starting my own consulting firm that works with local businesses, non-profits, and churches on effective leadership. As someone who is a work in progress, I\'m dedicated to learning every day from my own experiences and from those around me.\nYou have been a great inspriation, along with those who are a part of the Lead Change group. Thanks for your leadership skills and willingness to mentor those of us who are still in process.\nI have had a recent revelation about going beyond \"knowing\" and actually \"doing\". While this challenges my confort zone to the max, it\'s encouraging to read about those of you who have taken the steps to actually \"do\". In other words, \"I\'m finding my essence\".\nAll my best,\nJake', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6718, 2155, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-03 12:18:43', '2010-05-03 17:18:43', 'Thanks for the encouragement Shawn. That was a group idea.  This really is a movement.  Thanks.', 0, '1', '', '', 6714, 0),
(6719, 2155, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-03 12:19:40', '2010-05-03 17:19:40', 'Thanks for the encouragement Sharon.  Please let me know if we can help.  There certainly is some global passion around the topic of character-based leadership.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6715, 0),
(6720, 2155, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-03 12:20:35', '2010-05-03 17:20:35', 'I agree the momentum may come from the 99% of us that aren\'t active on Twitter and haven\'t had a chance to connect! WOO HOO!', 0, '1', '', '', 6716, 0),
(6721, 2155, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-03 12:22:31', '2010-05-03 17:22:31', 'Thanks for the great comment.  Please let me know how I can help, remembering that I\'m still in process too.  You just get to hear about my mistakes as they\'re happening!  I chuckled at your reference to the work-life flow presentation we just watched.   Thanks for the encouragement and being a part.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6717, 0),
(6722, 2155, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.71.35', '2010-05-03 16:49:14', '2010-05-03 21:49:14', 'Great post. Excited to be a part of this.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6723, 2155, 'eandtsmom', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', '', '24.151.105.18', '2010-05-03 21:22:54', '2010-05-04 02:22:54', 'Great post, Mike. I\'m looking forward to sharing the Round Table with you and Erin and the others, and to seeing where all this leads. We have such an opportunity here to fill an unmet need, and we\'ve got a great group of minds to do that with!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6724, 2193, 'Tweets that mention Good, Bad and Ugly Leadership -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/good-leadership-vs-effective-leadership/', '74.112.128.63', '2010-05-14 11:24:25', '2010-05-14 16:24:25', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Good Leadership vs. Effective Leadership http://bit.ly/ahnJRT (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6725, 2193, 'Marty Desmond', 'marty.desmond@gmail.com', 'http://semperfibusiness.wordpress.com/', '67.110.226.40', '2010-05-14 13:48:42', '2010-05-14 18:48:42', 'Hi Mike,\n\nI love what you\'ve done here. This timing is great too.\n\nYesterday I had a chat on Facebook with my Godson. He\'s in the second year of ROTC in college.  Over the years, I\'ve had a chance to watch him grow in leadership and told him yesterday how proud I was.\n\nThe Good: I recently read a comment he posted.  Some of his friends were getting caught up in an issue and spouting political rhetoric. His response was calm, well thought out and to the point. He diffused the situation.\n\nI told him how much he had grown. I laughed looking back.\n\nThe Bad: When this kid was in first grade, his teacher told the parents that he was a natural leader. Unfortunately, she added, he was leading the class in the wrong direction.  He was naturally an effective leader, but had to learn to follow the right path.\n\nThe Ugly: When I helped coach his Little League team, I could never get the boy to remain calm and pick up his mates.  He had ability, but squandered it by not becoming a team player.  When he lost it, the team son followed.\n\nSo, it was with great pride, that I was able to tell him how he had matured as a leader. He has a long way to go, but I think the future looks bright with people like him coming up.\n\nHe is calmer today. He thinks before making decisions. He inspires others to follow in the right direction.  He is part of the revolution to good leadership.\n\nNow, I\'m looking around at ways I can look inside to improve my own growth.\n\nThanks for the inspiration,\nMarty\n.-= Marty Desmond´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://semperfibusiness.wordpress.com/2010/04/22/leaving-a-legacy/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leaving a Legacy</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6726, 2193, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-14 13:53:06', '2010-05-14 18:53:06', 'Thanks for the great comment Marty. I think good leadership always inspires us to look inside to improve our own growth.  We do need to be building into the next generation and you\'re obviously doing a good job at that too!  Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 6725, 0),
(6727, 2193, 'Anshul Gupta', 'anshul@anshugupta.tk', 'http://ideas8bottom.blogspot.com/', '124.124.84.125', '2010-05-14 18:57:14', '2010-05-14 23:57:14', 'There is a third variety of leaders: \"Successful leaders\".\n\nThese leaders are both good and effective.\n.-= Anshul Gupta´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://ideas8bottom.blogspot.com/2010/05/3-tips-for-asking-better-questions.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">3 Tips for asking better questions</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6728, 2193, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-15 08:34:05', '2010-05-15 13:34:05', 'Anshul, sorry for the confusion. I meant to imply that a good leader must be effective <strong>AND</strong> bring about good outcomes.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6727, 0),
(6729, 2193, 'Peter A. Mello, Weekly Leader', 'editor@weeklyleader.net', 'http://weeklyleader.net', '76.24.164.24', '2010-05-15 15:42:02', '2010-05-15 20:42:02', 'Marty, thanks for giving me hope. I\'m currently coaching my son\'s little league team and your story really resonated with me. Hope there\'s a good outcome here too! It certainly is testing my leadership abilities. :)\n.-= Peter A. Mello, Weekly Leader´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/WeeklyLeader/~3/xQIvA5iKops/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Weekly Leader Podcast Episode 50 – Leadership Lessons from a New England Town Meeting</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6730, 2193, 'Shawn Murphy', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://www.achievedstrategies.com/blog', '99.17.7.206', '2010-05-15 16:50:05', '2010-05-15 21:50:05', 'Mike, great distinctions between good and effective leadership.  Part of the reason I am part of the Lead Change Group and Lead Change Roundtable is your vision to infuse good leadership into your work and to shift how leaders lead today.\n\nI would add an additional distinction to good leadership.  It\'s the source of the leader\'s actions.  I call this a way of being.  How is the good leader being with others so that good outcomes are possible.  Being could be inspired, open, curious, giving, etc.  From this way of being comes actions.  The good leader manifests being into action that are aligned and cause outcomes that are a benefit to the whole.  This latter point is of course your point.\n\nNice post, Mike.\n.-= Shawn Murphy´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/AchievedStrategies/~3/PV32D4B7ir4/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Further Statements Leaders Say That Make Me Cringe – Part 2</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6731, 2193, 'Dallas Bragg', 'dbragg@mountainstate.edu', '', '12.43.219.134', '2010-05-16 12:28:18', '2010-05-16 17:28:18', 'Mike,\n\nNice original thought!  And this is real-world.  For instance, the results of one company I\'ve worked for are \'good\' in the sense that it is profitable, but the leaders aren\'t \'effective\'.  There is high turnover, low morale, little dedication to the company, etc.  However, market share is growing and profit is rising.  The company achieves the results through enforcement of compliance instead of investing to grow commitment.\n\nThoughts?\n\nDallas\n.-= Dallas Bragg´s last blog .. =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6732, 2193, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-16 12:36:12', '2010-05-16 17:36:12', 'All profit and growth are not necessarily \"good\" either.  That\'s why classifying <em>leadership</em> is so difficult.  I\'d say this was more of an <em>effective</em> leadership example in that they are effective in creating their desired outcome (profits and growth) but they don\'t create a <em>good</em> and sustainable outcome as evidenced by the high turnover and low morale.  At least that was what I intended in making the original distinction.  I don\'t think it\'s ultimately good that no one wants to work for you or that the people who do have their lives ruined due to not being treated well.', 0, '1', '', '', 6731, 0),
(6733, 2193, 'Leading in Humility &laquo; Go Drive &#8211; Find Your Momentum', '', '', '66.135.48.158', '2010-05-18 13:28:11', '2010-05-18 18:28:11', '[...] makes you a leader. Mike Henry Sr., in response to Jen Kuhn also wrote an intoxicating blog about good leadership vs. effective leadership. Talk about getting the proverbial leadership-ball [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6734, 2193, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.71.35', '2010-05-18 21:24:06', '2010-05-19 02:24:06', 'Great thoughts. By the way, I incorporated your feedback from the blog series into the manuscript I sent to change this. The point remains the same \"good\" is a matter of ethics and not effectiveness.\n\nGreat to see you tonight.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
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(6735, 2193, 'Siddhartha', 'siddhartha.herdegen@gmail.com', 'http://principlesoffailure.blogspot.com', '131.122.67.26', '2010-05-19 10:31:02', '2010-05-19 15:31:02', 'Since I’m new to your blog let me just say, hello.  I like what you have to say here.  It’s written well.\n\nThat said, let me get down to disagreeing with you.\n\nI’m not sure this is a distinction which needs to be made.  It’s a value judgment, a moral judgment, and will be different for everyone.\n\nYou ask, did it create value?  Did the benefit outweigh the costs?  But we have no way of measuring “value” or “benefit” except subjectively.  (Assuming you don’t mean financial value which would be much easier to calculate but also much easier to dispute as a measure of leadership.)\n\nWhat if you had a passion for preventing or even reversing global climate change?  Let’s say you brought together a massive following and implemented restrictions which prohibited the use of any energy source that caused pollution.\n\nYou have accomplished something.  But what?  Was is good?\n\nBy defining “leadership” as the ability to influence others we can say without equivocation you were a good leader because you mobilized followers to accomplish your vision.\n\nIf we use your definition of “good leadership” we would have to make an assessment of whether people are better off in the world you created than the world before.  That’s an impossible task.\n\nI think it also creates unnecessary confusion to define good leadership as leadership we agree with.\n.-= Siddhartha´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://principlesoffailure.blogspot.com/2010/05/most-criticism-is-unjustified-different.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">Most Criticism is Unjustified; Different and Weird Are Okay</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6736, 2193, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-19 19:38:01', '2010-05-20 00:38:01', 'Siddhartha, Thank for the comment and the compliment about my writing.  Also, I appreciate your disagreement.  In fact, in my not-too-distant past I used to agree with your position.  However the point of my interest in leadership <em>is</em> values-oriented.  Effective leadership merely accomplishes the objective.  Hitler was effective, as was Jack Welch of GE, William Booth of the Salvation Army, Clara Barton of the Red Cross or Joseph Stalin of the USSR.\n\nI feel our world needs to argue the value of actions.  Everything isn\'t relative in my world view.  Therefore I choose not to compromise on the definition of \"good\" because it\'s hard to determine.  If the benefit doesn\'t exceed the cost it\'s not good. (And you\'re right, I\'m not suggesting this is merely financial.)  We\'ve compromised for too long and now we can\'t tell what\'s good any more.  Effective, immoral leaders, as well as effective naive ones took advantage of our natural selfish tendencies and caused most of our world\'s greatest problems.  Maybe by discussing and debating the value of an action, we can eventually agree on more than just that Hitler and Stalin were bad.  Many people used to equate George W. Bush with Adolph Hitler.  That ended the debate rather than encouraged it.  I want to open the discussion.\n\nFinally, this post was a bit of a response to a series posted by David Burkus called the <a href=\"http://theleaderlab.org/2010/04/the-maxwell-fallacy/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Maxwell Fallacy</a> where he further argued that good influence wasn\'t necessarily good using the example of pushy salespeople.  I don\'t know if you\'ve read his blog or not.\n\nThanks again for joining the discussion.   Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6735, 0),
(6737, 2193, 'Siddhartha', 'siddhartha.herdegen@gmail.com', 'http://principlesoffailure.blogspot.com/', '76.111.27.166', '2010-05-20 18:55:18', '2010-05-20 23:55:18', 'Yes, I’ve been following David’s blog and the discussion on Maxwell.  I think I’m starting to get a sense of where you’re trying to go with this definition but I’m still unconvinced.  Not closed to it, just not there yet.\n\nI see leadership as a skill, like accounting, which can be applied in a variety of situations.  People have used their understanding of accounting techniques to help decision makers understand a company’s fiscal position, but unscrupulous accountants have also used accounting techniques to obscure data and hide important information.\n\nA person’s skill as an accountant is independent from what they do with that skill.  When we’re teaching accounting techniques we tell students to use their discretion judiciously when applying accounting procedures, we can do the same with leaders.\n\nThanks for your reply, I’m going to read your new post now.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6738, 2193, 'Tweets that mention Good, Bad and Ugly Leadership -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/good-leadership-vs-effective-leadership/', '74.112.128.30', '2010-05-28 09:31:34', '2010-05-28 14:31:34', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by purplehayz and Erin Schreyer, Jessica Henry. Jessica Henry said: Good Leadership vs. Effective Leadership http://ping.fm/VN1y3 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6739, 2193, 'Marty Caise', 'mcaise24@msn.com', 'http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com', '72.179.139.56', '2010-06-19 16:24:57', '2010-06-19 21:24:57', 'Effective Leadership can sometimes have a negative connotation because some believe the emphasis of these leaders is much more on the quantity of work rather than the quality of work.  While I don\'t believe this personally, I like the term Anshul Gupta used... Successful Leadership', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6740, 2203, 'Tweets that mention Become a Linchpin - Be impossibly good at what you do -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/impossibly-good/', '74.112.128.63', '2010-05-20 17:53:41', '2010-05-20 22:53:41', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Impossibly Good http://bit.ly/dgXYEr (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6741, 2203, 'Bear Files', 'bear@evolutionfiles.com', 'http://www.evolutionfiles.com/aperio/seven/', '24.30.151.9', '2010-05-20 18:41:12', '2010-05-20 23:41:12', 'Mike, fantastic post! I haven\'t read Seth\'s book (it sounds great), but I love the point you highlighted about how we should all consider what our employer, or client for us self-employed folks, would look for if they were considering replacing us. Very thought provoking.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6742, 2203, 'wp » Twitter Trends', '', 'http://www.twitter-trends.de/en/wp.html', '81.169.165.52', '2010-05-20 23:03:25', '2010-05-21 04:03:25', '<strong>...</strong>\n\nImpossibly Good - hey @mikehenrysr, seems gr8 minds read alike!...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6743, 2203, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-21 06:47:28', '2010-05-21 11:47:28', 'It made me think, and some days that\'s hard!  But I was challenged by the fact that the answer came to attitudes rather than skills.  We have the ability to be more valuable without going to a training class or getting some additional degree.  Just change our attitudes.  Easier said than done, but definitely within my power to do.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6741, 0),
(6744, 2203, 'Kapil', 'kapilpujari@gmail.com', '', '83.5.216.95', '2010-05-21 06:58:21', '2010-05-21 11:58:21', 'Mike, Great Post ! As soon as I read it I Retweeted it, as I personally believe in this that if you have the attitude you can do and change anything, even if its outside skill sets. As far as Talent is concerned I think we all develop the abilities over a period of time no matter what it is. Its just how we look at it and how we approach to it and how we think to achieve it. Thanks for this post.\n\nKapil\n@kapilpoojari', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6745, 2203, 'Nita', 'nmauer@yahoo.com', '', '74.215.173.149', '2010-05-21 08:20:50', '2010-05-21 13:20:50', 'Great Post, Mike... Thanks for the reminder to focus on attitude instead of talent.  Attitude is contagious but talent, not so much!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6746, 2203, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-21 10:09:20', '2010-05-21 15:09:20', 'Thanks for the comment. When we change our attitude about something, we do change our abilities related to it and how we let it affect us.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6744, 0),
(6747, 2203, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '70.111.57.78', '2010-05-21 12:36:55', '2010-05-21 17:36:55', 'Bring it on Mike. Terrific post.\n\nLove the phrase \"What would make you impossibly good at your job?\" much better than indispensable -- which is never true since business is always changing.  Attitude is the difference.\n\nIn fact, the one attitude that makes every person incredibly valuable to the employer is openness and commitment to growth/change.\n\nJust yesterday I tweeted a link of a recent study showing CEOs are looking for ONE quality in the leaders they hire -- creativity!  Which basically means thinking of how to change things.\n\nI will RT your post for sure. It is current, timely, and a great breath of air for everyone to think and do!\nKate\n.-= Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://katenasser.com/5-things-think-with-rude-customers-best-results/#utm_source=feed&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=feed\" rel=\"nofollow\">5 Things to Think With Rude Customers for Best Results</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6748, 2203, 'tim', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '198.60.208.2', '2010-05-26 10:37:14', '2010-05-26 15:37:14', 'Love Linchpin. Another great question that I have on a post-it next to my desk is this one: What happens if you don\'t do your job well?\n\nIf the answer is \"nothing\" than I have some work to do.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6749, 2268, 'Tweets that mention Friendship Upgrade – Girlfriends 2.0 by Cindy W. Morrison -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/friendship-upgrade-girlfriends-2-0-cindy-w-morrison/', '74.112.128.46', '2010-05-27 15:12:45', '2010-05-27 20:12:45', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Friendship Upgrade – Girlfriends 2.0 by Cindy W. Morrison http://bit.ly/aGqYg2 (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6750, 2268, 'Siddhartha', 'siddhartha.herdegen@gmail.com', 'http://principlesoffailure.blogspot.com', '131.122.67.26', '2010-05-27 15:44:06', '2010-05-27 20:44:06', 'Thanks for this great book review.  I hadn\'t heard of Girlfriends 2.0 before but after reading this review I want to get it for my daughters.\n\nIt\'s a good lesson for all of us too.  Our friends don\'t just entertain us, they influence our lives.  We need to be aware of who we\'re letting into our circles of influence.\n.-= Siddhartha´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://principlesoffailure.blogspot.com/2010/05/how-to-use-social-media-to-lose-friend.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">How to Use Social Media to Lose a Friend and Kill a Dog</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6751, 2268, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-05-28 05:52:06', '2010-05-28 10:52:06', 'Siddhartha, It is interesting that our close relationships are never neutral.  Thanks for the comment.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6750, 0),
(6752, 2268, 'Martha', 'news@beliefsysteminstitute.com', 'http://www.beliefsysteminstitute.com/blog', '24.99.33.120', '2010-06-01 11:44:05', '2010-06-01 16:44:05', 'Great post!\nHadn\'t heard about this book either, but it sounds like a powerful eye-opener... certainly worth a read.\n\nMartha...\n.-= Martha´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://www.beliefsysteminstitute.com/blog/leading-differently-pays-off\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leading Differently Pays Off!</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6753, 2278, 'Tweets that mention Earn This - Thoughts about Memorial Day from Saving Private Ryan -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/earn-this/', '74.112.128.30', '2010-05-30 08:17:32', '2010-05-30 13:17:32', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Earn This http://bit.ly/bvdrOa (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6754, 2278, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '67.172.67.64', '2010-05-31 18:53:34', '2010-05-31 23:53:34', 'Thanks for having me think so deeply about the meaning of this day.\n\nThese two points really stuck with me...\n\nWhen you act, you question the action, but you never have to question the failure to act.\n\nWhat have we done with the gift purchased by the men and women who have died in the military of not just America but other free nations.  Have we made good choices?\n.-= Susan Mazza´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://randomactsofleadership.com/2010/05/25/the-responsibility-myt/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Responsibility Myth</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6755, 2278, 'Heath Davis Havlick', 'hhavlick@hrmarketer.com', 'http://www.hrmarketer.com', '75.149.52.82', '2010-06-03 17:32:05', '2010-06-03 22:32:05', '\"Imagine the consequences of the inaction in your life.  Remember that feeling the next time you consider doing nothing when you could act.\"  I think about the impact of my life quite a lot, but the way you phrased these two sentences really cut to the core.  Thanks for that.  It dovetails with of one of the core tenets of my life, which I\'m always trying to work out: To whom much is given, much is required.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6756, 2278, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-03 19:45:15', '2010-06-04 00:45:15', 'Thanks for the comment and the great reminder. A core challenge of mine is that very thought.  We have so much and I often wonder about our lack of impact relative to the great resources we have.  Thanks again, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6755, 0),
(6757, 2278, 'philA', 'phil.agcaoili@gmail.com', '', '12.184.187.221', '2010-06-07 22:50:03', '2010-06-08 03:50:03', 'Memorial Day, Saving Private Ryan, and your post are great reminders about those that came before us , our debt to others, and our potential realized and unrealized in this life.\n\nEarn this.\nFind a need, fix a need.\nSee something, say [do] something.\n\nAll are great central themes.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6758, 2278, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-08 08:20:12', '2010-06-08 13:20:12', 'Great reminder Phil. See something, do something.  Thanks, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6757, 0),
(6759, 17813, 'Janna Rust', 'janna@purposefulpartnerships.com', 'http://www.purposefulleadershipblog.com', '70.246.237.6', '2010-04-04 16:05:26', '2010-04-04 21:05:26', 'Hi Mike,\n\nJesus was indeed the best leader who ever lived. A true humble servant with tremendous people skills.  Thanks for point this out on this Resurrection Sunday.\n\nWarmly,\nJanna\n.-= Janna Rust´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/PurposefulLeadership/~3/Yppw6zuW7AA/productivity-paradox-slow-down-to-speed-up.html\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Productivity Paradox: Slow Down to Speed Up</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6760, 17813, 'Mike King', 'unipsycho@gmail.com', 'http://LearnThis.ca', '174.0.164.71', '2010-04-04 16:10:11', '2010-04-04 21:10:11', 'I definitely concur. The leadership of Jesus applies in everything where love and connection are something of even the slightest value.  The only people who argue against (and have a case to some degree) are those looking for a materialistic leadership win.  That\'s NOT leadership at all to me though so it is really an argument for something else.  Perhaps, how NOT to love and connect with others but still lead something.\n.-= Mike King´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://learnthis.ca/2010/04/ebook-released-building-better-relationships/\" rel=\"nofollow\">My eBook Released! Building Better Relationships</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6761, 17813, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-04 17:01:53', '2010-04-04 22:01:53', 'Thanks Mike. You\'re correct that if love and respect are of no value, you\'re not a leader, you\'re a selfish pig.  Unfortunately, I act that way sometimes too. I can\'t get too far pointing at others in that regard. :-)\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6760, 0),
(6762, 17813, 'Nickey Hollenbach', 'nickeyh@ptconciergeservice.com', 'http://www.ptconciergeservice.com', '74.212.29.85', '2010-04-05 07:24:00', '2010-04-05 12:24:00', 'Great post to start the day with, Mike - thanks!!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6763, 17813, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.64.207', '2010-04-05 07:47:37', '2010-04-05 12:47:37', 'Good post. I go back and forth on whether or not Jesus was a transformational leader or servant leader. He certainly advocated servanthood, but often acted more like a transformational leader.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6764, 17813, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-05 08:25:58', '2010-04-05 13:25:58', 'I think words like \"servant leader\" and \"transformational leader\" as descriptors of Jesus rather than labels for him.  We all serve our friends in different ways over time.  His was the greatest service and the greatest transformation, so I guess you could go with either.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6763, 0),
(6765, 17813, 'raymundmitchell', 'raymund.mitchell@leaderhq.com', 'http://www.leaderhq.com', '174.98.98.7', '2010-04-05 09:09:38', '2010-04-05 14:09:38', 'When I think about all of the leadership attributes applied to Jesus, they are the same one\'s I aspire to, and hope that others apply to me when they think of my leadership style.  Counselor, Teacher, Friend', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6766, 17813, 'John Barcanic', 'john@barcanic.com', 'http://barcanic.com', '208.107.124.142', '2010-04-06 11:13:30', '2010-04-06 16:13:30', 'Thanks for the encouraging words, Mike. They help refocus us on the real goal of leadership: helping people move in a direction that benefits them and the organization.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6767, 17813, 'Lane Baldwin', 'lane@lanebaldwin.com', 'http://www.lanebaldwin.com', '70.225.166.133', '2010-04-07 17:41:03', '2010-04-07 22:41:03', 'An excellent article. Great to see others promoting servant-leadership. Are you familiar with the Spears Center for Servant-Leadership? (www.spreascenter.org) Larry Spears has carried on Robert Greenleaf\'s mission to spread servant-leadership for many years.\n\n(Disclosure: I am honored to be a newly appointed member of the Spears Center board.)\n\nAgain, great article. Jesus is indeed an excellent example of servant-leadership, one from whom we can all learn.\n\nBest wishes,\n\nLane Baldwin\nServant-Leadership Solutions', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6768, 17813, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-07 18:27:35', '2010-04-07 23:27:35', 'Lane, thanks for the excellent suggestion and no disclosure is necessary.  There are many great resources and we need to be sharing them.  Thanks for the suggestion.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6767, 0),
(6769, 17813, 'JakeHillman', 'jakester191@gmail.com', '', '207.109.252.194', '2010-04-12 19:25:10', '2010-04-13 00:25:10', 'This was awesome Mike. It really encourages me in a concept that I have been tossing around, and that is Relational Management. Management by itself is just focusing on tasks and results. Jesus showed us what it means to identify a task or purpose and effectively accomplish it through leadership and relationships with people. I think that it\'s a good reminder that people are what make most of our businesses successful, both employees and customer alike. Why then is it so difficult to be relational and treat them like another task to be managed.\nI also want to thank you for publishing a somewhat risky post. It sets a good example for some of us that need to not be afraid to speak about that we believe in, no matter what.\nYou are a blessing.\nJake', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6770, 17813, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-13 12:46:14', '2010-04-13 17:46:14', 'Thanks for the encouragement Jake.  It\'s helpful to be reminded that what we do matters.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6769, 0),
(6771, 17813, 'Beverley McClure', 'beverley.mcclure@freshperspectivesllc.net', 'http://www.freshperspectivesllc.net', '66.69.74.119', '2010-04-13 18:54:54', '2010-04-13 23:54:54', 'Mike, I know I\'m a little behind in the comments, but wanted to thank you for articulating a philosophy I believed in strongly in my 20 years of executive leadership experience.  When you \"wash the feet\" of your employees, you also model what they are to do with their customers, both internal and external.  Thanks for your insights and beautiful testimony.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6772, 17814, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.64.207', '2010-04-12 15:26:02', '2010-04-12 20:26:02', 'Good review. I\'ll have to check out more on Bama, for a variety of reasons.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6773, 17814, 'Anne Perschel', 'aperschel@germaneconsulting.com', 'http://germaneconsulting.com', '97.95.181.233', '2010-04-12 22:14:19', '2010-04-13 03:14:19', 'Mike - I jump for joy every time the word \"soul\" appears in a business context. Thanks for making my heart leap. Please join some of your lead change colleagues and others at the Corporate Soul Movement.\nhttp://germaneconsulting.com/the-corporate-soul-movement/\n\nYou might also be interest in reading my interview with Tony Hsieh CEO of Zappos and Mr. \"Delivering Happiness\" The Sole of Corporate Soul - pun absolutely intended.\nhttp://germaneconsulting.com/the-corporate-soul-series/\n.-= Anne Perschel´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://germaneconsulting.com/the-corporate-soul-series/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Corporate Soul Series</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6774, 17815, 'JakeHillman', 'jakester191@gmail.com', '', '207.109.252.194', '2010-04-13 16:17:12', '2010-04-13 21:17:12', 'Mike,\nThis is some great inspiration! It also got me thinking about how many time I come to work and don\'t expect to be inspired. I\'ve heard so many employees (especially on Monday\'s) walk in grumbling about how this is going to be just another boring day. It\'s good to be reminded that what we expect is what we produce. If someone doesn\'t not expect to be inspired, I can guarantee you they won\'t be. I also love that we influence the \"temperature\" around us. It\'s good to be reminded about the power of positive thinking, not just for ourselves, but for those around us. Positivity is a character trait that we are starting to look for in new employees. During the interview, we have been paying attention for that extra spark that has the potential to ignite and, as you eloquently stated, cause global warming.\nAll my best,\nJake\n.-= JakeHillman´s last blog ..Relational Management =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6775, 17815, 'Susan Mazza', 'Susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '67.172.67.64', '2010-04-14 18:09:48', '2010-04-14 23:09:48', 'I absolutely love your metaphor here Mike.  Very powerful!\n\nAnd btw I also love your Lead Change Roundtable logo and all that it represents.  It is going to be a fabulous program!\n.-= Susan Mazza´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://randomactsofleadership.com/2010/03/30/mastering-time/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Are You the Master of Your Time?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6776, 17816, 'John E. Smith', 'stratlearning@hotmail.com', 'http://strategiclearner.wordpress.com', '64.202.63.130', '2010-04-18 07:08:29', '2010-04-18 12:08:29', 'Hi , Mike\n\nWell, I almost stopped reading when I saw \"Leader s vs. Managers\" in the first paragraph:).\n\nThis subject has been beat to death with no end in sight, since it apparently fascinates many who care about how people work.  My personal  observation would be that we are using the wrong words:  \"leader\" and \"manager\' are nouns and indicate things.  I prefer \"leading\" and \"managing\", which are verbs which indicate actions.  I can lead and I can manage - what I do in a specific instance depends on the situation and the needs of those for whom I am responsible.\n\nAppreciate your defense of the term \"management\".  You are correct that some tend to use this to convey a less-than-desired state.  If you examine most examples of good leadership, you will see a network of good management supporting those activities.\n\nJohn\n.-= John E. Smith´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://strategiclearner.wordpress.com/2010/03/20/in-my-mind-i-dance/\" rel=\"nofollow\">In my Mind, I Dance . . .</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6777, 17816, 'Mike Henry Sr.', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/blog', '98.178.138.219', '2010-04-18 07:25:13', '2010-04-18 12:25:13', 'John, thanks for the reply.  I tire of the argument too because it seems to be ingrained in us to argue about such things. We are arguing about behaviors but using labels to make the distinction.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6776, 0),
(6778, 17816, 'Tom Schulte', 'tomschulte@recalibratenow.com', 'http://www.Linked2Leadership.com', '74.166.99.127', '2010-04-18 07:46:31', '2010-04-18 12:46:31', 'Hi Mike,\n\nThank you for posting this! I love the collaborative approach you talk about on the subject.\n\nI believe that an effective person must be able to both manage and lead. One must manage things, situations, and processes, but must lead people. (Personally, I have a hard enough time just managing myself, so why would I dare try to manage others? It is more effective to have people manage themselves.)\n\nA great quote I heard yesterday from Mike Schinkel is \"I prefer to lead well-managed people!\"\n\nIn case you are interested, here is a free slideshow that one can view, download, and share on the subject of Management vs. Leadership. it has 162 global professionals weighing in on the subject with short quotes: http://linked2leadership.com/2008/10/06/management-vs-leadership/\n\nKeep up the great posts!\n\nTom Schulte\nAtlanta, GA USA', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6779, 17816, 'Juan', 'jm101699@msn.com', '', '69.22.0.61', '2010-04-18 18:21:12', '2010-04-18 23:21:12', 'Great post - Basically both attributes coexist and are much needed.\nRather that defining Leadership ; I want to focus on what a Leader does.\nTo be a Leader your have to lead, to have a vision, to see long term, to become egoless, forget about you and more importantly to develop others.\nHow do you become a Leader, you have to a Manager, to  lead you have to manage, to get things done, to teach others to develop others.\nWhat is a Leader - A person that leads others and develops others into leaders, and also teaches (manages) others the how-to develop others into leaders.  A Leader creates a leadership factory.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6780, 17816, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '74.98.77.178', '2010-04-19 11:44:06', '2010-04-19 16:44:06', 'Hi Mike:\n\nWhile I\'ll always to defer to leadership as being more valuable than management when evaluated in a vacuum, business does not occur in a vacuum. I actually created this short video to debunk the \"either/or\" debate. Hope you enjoy it...\n\n http://www.n2growth.com/show_video.php?videoname=Leadership_Management.flv\n.-= Mike Myatt´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://www.n2growth.com/blog/the-key-to-growth/\" rel=\"nofollow\">The Key to Growth</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6781, 17816, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.64.207', '2010-04-21 21:14:56', '2010-04-22 02:14:56', 'Mike,\n\nThanks for contributing and for help promoting it.\n\nAlso Mike Myatt, love the video.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6782, 17816, 'Richard', 'richard@limelight-digital.com.au', 'http://www.change2020.com/', '165.228.128.217', '2010-04-21 21:26:04', '2010-04-22 02:26:04', 'Very interesting, it is certainly an argument that seems to cease but the combination of leading and managing seems to offer the optimum result. In times of organizational change this is proven as strong leadership is required to drive through changes which might not be popular to all or seem difficult but the process needs to be well managed to ensure it goes as smoothly as possible', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6783, 17818, 'uberVU - social comments', '', '', '174.129.29.13', '2010-04-22 08:43:06', '2010-04-22 13:43:06', '<strong>Social comments and analytics for this post...</strong>\n\nThis post was mentioned on Twitter by artpetty: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: New post: Instigating a Leadership Revolution http://bit.ly/b62rpa #leadership...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6784, 17818, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '72.192.64.207', '2010-04-22 16:08:55', '2010-04-22 21:08:55', 'Great work. Welcome to the ebook publishing world.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
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(6787, 17818, 'A Leadership Crisis In My Own Business | Lead Change Group', '', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/a-leadership-crisis-in-my-own-business/', '174.121.64.152', '2010-10-26 07:10:04', '2010-10-26 12:10:04', '[...] this effort would not have happened if it wasn’t for the Lead Change Group and what I learned at LeaderPalooza last February.Leading your own business can be tough at times like these because you only report to [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6788, 17819, 'Tweets that mention May Lead Change Webinar - Fixing the Hole in the Corporate Soul with Dr. Anne Perschel -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/may-lead-change-webinar-fixing-holes-anne-perschel/', '74.112.128.46', '2010-04-30 14:37:43', '2010-04-30 19:37:43', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Phyllis Mufson, Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr. and others. Mike Henry Sr. said: #FF @KetelboeterPR She&#39;s hosting the May #LeadChange webinar May 3 at 11:30 AM EST! Check it out http://bit.ly/9rBsTL [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6789, 17820, 'Bill Bliss', 'wbliss@blissassociates.com', 'http://www.blissassociates.com', '74.167.73.79', '2010-05-06 08:43:44', '2010-05-06 13:43:44', 'Mike,\nNice post.  I would agree that we see miracles all the time.  Perhaps we are so used to seeing miracles all the time, we begin to take them for granted. Thanks for the reminder that miracles are really quite wonderful events, even if the do happen all the time.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6790, 17820, 'Tweets that mention Miracles -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/miracles/', '74.112.128.63', '2010-05-06 09:45:35', '2010-05-06 14:45:35', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Dale Lawrence, Mike Henry Sr., Lisa Oram, Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry and others. Jessica Henry said: RT @mikehenrysr Miracles http://bit.ly/9o3ny4 #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6791, 17820, 'Susan Steinbrecher', 'steinbrecherinc@gmail.com', 'http://www.steinbrecher.com', '66.209.55.196', '2010-05-06 11:00:01', '2010-05-06 16:00:01', 'Hi Mike,\n\nSo many good points here! Miracles are everywhere - as you say - if we only open our eyes to truly see (and believe). Leaders are often expected to \"perform miracles\" and keeping in tune with the magic or positive side of life is a key component of creating a miracle. I keep this quote from Marianne Williamson close by for a gentle reminder of life\'s grandeur:\n\n\"As we become purer channels for God\'s light, we develop an appetite for the sweetness that is possible in this world. A miracle worker is not geared toward fighting the world that is, but toward creating the world that could be.\"\n\nCharacter-based leaders have the ability to see the miracle -- the potential -- which is an all important step to reaching your goals and desired outcome.\n\nThanks for the timely words of inspiration,\nSusan.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6792, 17820, 'Dana Theus', 'dtheus@magusconsulting.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/dtheus/', '173.66.99.148', '2011-06-04 20:57:40', '2011-06-05 01:57:40', 'Great post, Mike. Thanks for tweeting it out again. Yes, I have seen them and believe in them and believe you\'re absolutely right. Thanks for the reminder!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 287),
(6793, 17821, 'Tweets that mention Lead Change Library -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L1&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/lead-change-library/', '74.112.128.46', '2010-05-10 16:07:46', '2010-05-10 21:07:46', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Hauke Borow. Hauke Borow said: Lead Change Library http://bit.ly/bA7sAL [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6794, 17821, 'Anshul Gupta', 'anshul@anshugupta.tk', 'http://www.anshulgupta.tk/', '124.124.84.125', '2010-05-10 18:41:55', '2010-05-10 23:41:55', 'Thanks ...\n\nnice audio...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6795, 17821, 'Tweets that mention Lead Change Library - Advanced learning through book discussions -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2&amp;url=http://leadchangegroup.com/lead-change-library/', '74.112.128.63', '2010-05-26 13:18:31', '2010-05-26 18:18:31', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr.. Mike Henry Sr. said: Free call Discuss Linchpin Chap 4 Indoctrination - How did we get here? Join us 5 PM EST today http://bit.ly/cPUAv3 #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6796, 17822, 'Tweets that mention Who You Callin’ “We?” -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/who-you-callin-we/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '74.112.128.46', '2010-06-10 16:18:58', '2010-06-10 21:18:58', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Dale Lawrence, Mike Henry Sr. and Mark Oakes, Makeda Pennycooke. Makeda Pennycooke said: RT @mikehenrysr: Just posted: Who You Callin’ “We?” http://bit.ly/aETwC7 #LeadChange blog //great post! [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6797, 17822, 'anna smith', 'anna@whatdoyouwantfromthem.com', 'http://www.whatdoyouwantfromthem.com/training_new_managers', '24.148.218.4', '2010-06-10 17:50:54', '2010-06-10 22:50:54', 'I was always turned off by the Waffle House manager who said, \"I\'m out of tomatoes; I\'m open on Thanksgiving; Do you like my new menus...?\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6798, 17822, 'John Gies', 'john@johngies.com', 'http://blog.johngies.com', '174.51.51.83', '2010-06-10 20:25:35', '2010-06-11 01:25:35', 'Mike,\n\nInteresting thoughts about a great concept and one of my favorite movies. I like the idea of how bis is WE. I think you hit a point when asking is the WE shrinking or growing depending upon gain and loss. I think we have all seen less than ideal behavior in this respect.\n\nWhat is encouraging is the conversations taking place at Leadchange and other groups that are all about expanding the WE and leading the way.\n\nKeep up the good work,\n\njohn\n.-= John Gies´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://blog.johngies.com/2010/06/04/are-your-employees-under-attackfrom-whom.aspx?ref=rss\" rel=\"nofollow\">Are Your Employees Under Attack?...From Whom?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6799, 17822, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '70.111.57.78', '2010-06-10 21:04:11', '2010-06-11 02:04:11', 'A very interesting slant on leadership Mike.  The WE is a discussion that deeply affects morale.There is often an underlying struggle between team members (aka \"the followers) who want more voice in setting direction and leaders who set the bigger picture direction.\n\nYet, when the leaders sincerely engage the team members in the \"how\" to reach the ultimate goal, the WE becomes quite real and inspirational.\n\nHowever, when as you say \"the WE expands when we expect trouble and shrink when we expect gain\", team members replace inspiration for achievement with skepticism and resentment.\n\nThanks for raising this issue - it is critical to the heart/soul of an org. and its teams.\n\nKate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach\n.-= Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://katenasser.com/outsourced-call-center-training-satisfy-usa-customers/#utm_source=feed&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=feed\" rel=\"nofollow\">Outsourced Call Centers – Training to Satisfy USA Customers</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6800, 17822, 'Frode H', 'frode.heimen@gmail.com', 'http://www.nevermindthemanager.com', '62.101.255.249', '2010-06-12 07:16:55', '2010-06-12 12:16:55', 'WE are in trouble, YOU are great, WE can make it, YOU rock, WE fight togheter, YOU won. I try to use WE about negative stuff and challenges, and YOU to the group if there is success and good stuff going on. Great post! I will never be a better leader than the people I am leading, this is why leadership is all about people. :)\n.-= Frode H´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://www.nevermindthemanager.com/2010/06/i-hate-my-co-worker-fight-night-at-the-office/\" rel=\"nofollow\">I hate my co-worker Fight night at the Office!</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6801, 17822, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-13 14:23:28', '2010-06-13 19:23:28', 'Thanks for the great comment Kate.  My comment about the WE expanding was more about our nature than our desired objective.  Everyone want\'s to be in a WE when that group is experiencing success.  It\'s a natural motivator for team members, as well as peers and even people who watch sporting events on TV.\n\nThanks again, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6799, 0),
(6802, 17822, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-13 14:25:23', '2010-06-13 19:25:23', 'Frode, you\'re right on.  Thanks for the great comment. That\'s another dimension of the WE discussion, taking credit.  I agree wholeheartedly with you that leaders should us YOU for praise.  Otherwise it sounds self-focused and selfish.\n\nThanks, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6800, 0),
(6803, 17822, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-13 14:25:50', '2010-06-13 19:25:50', 'Thanks for the kind words John.  I appreciate it.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6798, 0),
(6804, 17822, 'David M. Kasprzak', 'david@myflexiblepencil.com', 'http://myflexiblepencil.com', '75.67.219.157', '2010-06-13 20:53:48', '2010-06-14 01:53:48', 'HI, Mike,\n\nGreat thought on this post.  I have to wonder, however, about the last comment: \"Even if you’re the low man on the org chart, you gain influence and authority as you demonstrate to others that you’re for them; that your WE includes them.\"\n\nIt presupposes that the team is doing the right things.  Otherwise, you\'d end up supporting a team you believe is unethical, or simply going in the wrong direction.\n\nThere are times when supporting the team is the wrong thing to do.  In order to lead, you have to be willing to go off in another direction at times, especially when your beliefs and values are at odds with the rest of the group.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6805, 17822, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-13 21:33:46', '2010-06-14 02:33:46', 'David, thanks for the great addition.  I agree there are times when supporting the team is the wrong thing to do, but I\'m not sure there are many of them.  I\'ve worked for over 10 different employers and more that twice that many supervisors.  When I was younger, I thought they were wrong.  Now that I\'m a bit more senior, I realize they were just different. Often in helping them do what they\'re trying to do, you gain influence.  If they\'re compromising your future, yes, you probably should look for another team.  Thanks again, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6804, 0),
(6806, 17822, 'Marty Caise', 'mcaise24@msn.com', 'http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com', '72.179.139.56', '2010-06-13 22:57:27', '2010-06-14 03:57:27', 'Aside from the fact that this happens to be one of my favorite movies, I seem to relate to Doug Robert\'s character everyday.  Always willing to go to bat for his crew at some personal expense and sometimes it is challenging to take the what is given and pass it along knowing the outcome can be detrimental to he team.\n.-= Marty Caise´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com/2010/06/11/sows-answer-questions-before-they-are-asked/\" rel=\"nofollow\">SOW’s answer questions before they are asked</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6807, 17822, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-14 05:53:54', '2010-06-14 10:53:54', 'Marty, thanks for the comment.  I was struck by how Doug Roberts made a difference in the lives of those 60 other men by simply standing up for them and putting them first.  He didn\'t have to be someone special, but he was one because of what (or who) he valued.  Thanks again, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6806, 0),
(6808, 2320, 'Tweets that mention Inspiring Purpose - Do you have one? -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/inspiring-purpose/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '74.112.128.46', '2010-06-13 19:11:58', '2010-06-14 00:11:58', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Raquel Tadewosian. Raquel Tadewosian said: RT @mikehenrysr: Posted today: Inspiring Purpose - Do you have one? http://bit.ly/cFBH0s #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6809, 2320, 'Anne Perschel', 'aperschel@germaneconsulting.com', 'http://germaneconsulting.com', '97.95.181.233', '2010-06-14 07:42:38', '2010-06-14 12:42:38', 'Mike - You remind us that we don\'t have to wait for company leaders to inspire us. We can each be our own inspiration and create a vision/mission to lead on behalf of something greater than our selves  every day. And by the way my friend You are a Walker of that Talk.\n.-= Anne Perschel´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://germaneconsulting.com/do-we-need-a-king-a-queen-a-heleader-a-sheleader/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Do We Need a King &amp; a Queen – A He-Leader &amp; A She-Leader?</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6810, 2320, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '70.111.57.78', '2010-06-15 06:30:14', '2010-06-15 11:30:14', 'Mike - Your incisive message rings true for professional and personal pursuits. Academics debate where that \"purpose\" or \"motivation\" comes from and why it is stronger in some than others. Nonetheless, when a person does set out on a purpose, s/he becomes a self-propelled module of energy and success.  Now that\'s environmentally friendly!\n\nGreat post. I will RT on Twitter.\nWarmest wishes,\nKate Nasser\n.-= Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://katenasser.com/leaders-get-all-your-employees-to-think-customer-care/#utm_source=feed&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=feed\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leaders, Get ALL Your Employees to Think Customer Care!</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6811, 2320, 'Sharon Eden', 'sharon@sharoneden.biz', 'http://www.sharoneden.biz', '86.181.34.53', '2010-06-15 12:42:33', '2010-06-15 17:42:33', 'Hi Mike...\nFinding your purpose and expressing it at work is a central theme of my upcoming book.  So, for me, it\'s more than having \'a\' purpose.  It\'s about discovering your own purpose and using work as a vehicle through which to express it.  And, as always, purpose is for the greater good of yourself AND others!\n\nGreat post... thank you.\n.-= Sharon Eden´s last blog ..<a href=\"http://www.sharoneden.biz/2010/05/20/leadership-leather/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Leadership Leather!</a> =-.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6812, 2320, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-19 14:16:36', '2010-06-19 19:16:36', 'Sharon, thanks for the clarification. We should discover our purpose.  I\'ve been discovering mine for quite some time.  But even while we\'re looking, we can adopt one bigger than ourselves and that will give us energy.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6811, 0),
(6813, 2320, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-19 14:17:32', '2010-06-19 19:17:32', 'Kate, thanks for picking up on the sustainability of this \"renewable energy!\" Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6810, 0),
(6814, 2320, 'Marty Caise', 'mcaise24@msn.com', 'http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com', '72.179.139.56', '2010-06-19 16:08:57', '2010-06-19 21:08:57', 'Mike, You are right of course that inspiration starts with the self inspiration and a genuine belief in A PURPOSE.  The challenge is how your purpose and the organization\'s purpose relate - if they do at all.  It is then where you have to consider \"the good, the bad, and the effective\" when it comes to your own leadership group.  The more effective your leadership group is, the better the opportunity your purpose and vision will be considered.\n\nGREAT POST.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6815, 2320, 'BizSugar.com', '', 'http://www.bizsugar.com/story/79264', '74.54.61.114', '2010-06-26 10:22:35', '2010-06-26 15:22:35', '<strong>Inspiring Purpose - Do you have one?...</strong>\n\nMake your purpose something one-person bigger than yourself and you will find inspiration. Inspiring leaders are energizing. A noble purpose inspires....', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
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(6818, 2320, 'Your Greatest Purpose&#8230; or Just a Wish | Coaching Leaders', '', 'http://www.leadwithhonor.com/blog/2011/01/09/your-greatest-purpose-or-just-a-wish/', '64.151.83.168', '2011-01-09 09:42:39', '2011-01-09 15:42:39', '[...] purposes energize us and focus our thoughts. A great purpose helps us remember our goals when we might otherwise take lesser choices. For [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6819, 2331, 'Tweets that mention Inspiring People -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/inspiring-people/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-06-19 15:08:26', '2010-06-19 20:08:26', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Jessica Henry and Will Lukang, Will Lukang. Will Lukang said: RT @jdhenry09: RT @mikehenrysr Inspiring People http://bit.ly/baJ40B #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6820, 2331, 'Sharon Eden', 'sharon@sharoneden.biz', 'http://www.sharoneden.biz', '86.183.150.123', '2010-06-20 03:53:27', '2010-06-20 08:53:27', 'Absolutely, Mike.  And I come across many people who have no idea of their inward reality but define themselves by such things as the roles they take on and their socio-economic status.\n\nAs well as making a difference in the lives of others, we need to make a difference in our own by doing the inside work which enables the outside work to flow from who we really are instead of who we think we are!\n\nCharacter based leadership at its best!\n\nThanks for the post...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
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(6821, 2331, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-20 06:59:13', '2010-06-20 11:59:13', 'Sharon, great addition.  We don\'t really know who we really are and we define ourselves by our roles or our past or our position.  That also alleviates us from responsibility to one another because \"I\'m not skilled at helping,\" or \"That\'s not my job!\" I\'ve done that for way too long.  Thanks for adding that!', 0, '1', '', '', 6820, 0),
(6822, 2331, 'Anshul Gupta', 'anshul@anshugupta.tk', 'http://ideas8bottom.blogspot.com/', '124.124.84.125', '2010-06-20 09:49:56', '2010-06-20 14:49:56', 'When we inspire someone, then that effort of ours\' acts as a depository when we are in need of inspiration in future...\n\nInspiring someone is like investing in someone, its not really donating! When we help others grow, they make our fortune greater...\n\nNice post. Thanks.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6823, 2331, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-20 13:49:14', '2010-06-20 18:49:14', 'Thanks for the comment.  It is energizing and contributes to overall abundance and community well-being when we inspire others.  Great insight.  Thanks, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6822, 0),
(6824, 2331, 'BizSugar.com', '', 'http://www.bizsugar.com/story/79262', '74.54.61.114', '2010-06-26 10:20:24', '2010-06-26 15:20:24', '<strong>Inspiring People - What does it take to become an inspiring person?...</strong>\n\nDo you warm or chill the people around you? Does your leadership energy and concern for others inspire? Can others catch your fire? Bring your best you to the effort and inspire those around you....', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6825, 2339, 'Tweets that mention Wake Up! at Achieved Strategies -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/wake-up-at-achieved-strategies/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-06-22 13:34:07', '2010-06-22 18:34:07', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Wake Up! at Achieved Strategies http://bit.ly/bl5zQ1 (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6826, 2339, 'Doug Stewart', 'doug@dsc-webservices.com', 'http://powertofightthebigboys.com', '70.137.9.193', '2010-06-24 09:27:35', '2010-06-24 14:27:35', 'This post reminded me of a truth, all things worthwhile require some sacrifice. The sacrifice may be a little less time watching sports or a favorite TV show. It may be a sacrifice where you have to do something that isn\'t your job or normal function (like you imply here). It may require sacrificing time spent working for extra dollars in exchange for family time where you receive a different kind of paycheck. Thanks for reminding us the value of sacrifice.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6827, 2339, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-06-24 10:28:02', '2010-06-24 15:28:02', 'Doug, thanks for the clarification.  I did intend it to be a very broad use of the term.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6826, 0),
(6828, 2339, 'Doug Stewart', 'doug@dsc-webservices.com', 'http://powertofightthebigboys.com', '70.137.9.193', '2010-06-28 07:07:04', '2010-06-28 12:07:04', 'This post looked lonely without any comments. It looks like it was mainly meant to tell people about Shawn\'s series of posts. But I thought maybe we could spark a discussion about sacrifice in your comments. That\'s why I added my 2 cents :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6829, 2344, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange – Kelly Ketelboeter -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-kelly-ketelboeter/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-06-21 22:14:36', '2010-06-22 03:14:36', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Susan Mazza, Peter A. Mello, Weekly Leader and others. Weekly Leader said: RT @mikehenrysr: New post: Meet LeadChange – Kelly Ketelboeter http://bit.ly/ctnUB4 #leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6830, 2344, 'Tara Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://alewebsocial.wordpress.com/', '24.151.105.18', '2010-06-22 06:51:54', '2010-06-22 11:51:54', 'What a great profile of Kelly! I\'ve only had a few interactions with her so far, but my impression  has always been that she is bright, warm, friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. Her presence as a leader in the Lead Change Group is definitely felt! Thanks for enabling us to get to know her better!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6831, 2344, 'Heath Davis Havlick', 'hhavlick@hrmarketer.com', 'http://www.hrmarketer.com', '75.149.52.82', '2010-06-24 18:38:34', '2010-06-24 23:38:34', 'Nice to learn about you, Kelly!  I love Lead Change Group\'s goal of promoting character-based leadership and will watch with anticipation what else comes from the group.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6832, 2346, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange - Phil Gerbyshak, the Make It Great Guy! -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/phil-gerbyshak-make-it-great/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-06-26 20:07:58', '2010-06-27 01:07:58', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Dale Lawrence, Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry and others. Jessica Henry said: RT @mikehenrysr Phil Gerbyshak – Make It Great! http://bit.ly/blH1Mq #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6833, 2391, 'Tweets that mention Generosity Fuels Prosperity - Open Source Leadership in Action -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/generosity-fuels-prosperity/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-06-27 19:27:55', '2010-06-28 00:27:55', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Generosity Fuels Prosperity http://bit.ly/9lCN24 (via @mikehenrysr) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6834, 2391, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.247', '2010-07-23 03:13:32', '2010-07-23 08:13:32', 'Good stuff. A spirit of generosity will always powerfully break a spirit of poverty in an individual, a group, an organization or even a community. Better to give than receive and all that...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6835, 2391, 'Generosity: Key to Christian Mentoring and Leadership | Christian Mentoring and Leadership', '', 'http://christianmentoringandleadership.com/2011/04/27/generosity-key-to-christian-mentoring-and-leadership/', '66.147.244.192', '2011-04-27 07:58:50', '2011-04-27 12:58:50', '[...] http://leadchangegroup.com/generosity-fuels-prosperity/ Inspiring character-based leaders create a better, more productive, more highly-functioning community, which, in-turn creates more character-based leaders.  A character-based leader is someone who leads from who they are, not from position or power.  Character-based leaders inspire, creating energy, generosity, and prosperity and greater well-being for each member of the community.  Serving others as a leader fuels the process.  Selfish agendas, silos and look-out-for-number-one types break the chain.  I discussed this further in a post titled Give Win First.  Generosity fuels positive-sum thriving communities.  Any community qualifies: leadership communities, homeowner associations, PTA’s, neighborhoods, cities, regions, or nations.  All can be made better.  Generosity starts the process. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6836, 2611, 'Tweets that mention Biased Justification for Poor Leadership -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/biased-justification-for-poor-leadership/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-02 14:56:26', '2010-07-02 19:56:26', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney and others. Michael McKinney said: Mike Henry Sr: Biased Justification for Poor Leadership http://bit.ly/9IlYle [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6837, 2611, 'Marty Caise', 'mcaise24@msn.com', 'http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com', '72.179.139.56', '2010-07-02 15:49:27', '2010-07-02 20:49:27', 'OH MY!!!! I just couldn\'t resist, I had to go find this article you read and get a gander at it myself. I just could not believe there are educated experienced folks out there that truly believe this.  I have seen the uneducated and bad managers who believe this, but people like this usually do not stay in positions that long.\n\nI look at these points and just see a guide to anarchy and employee turnover.  Unfortunately I have seen this first hand in positions I have held in the past and it is not only a moral killer but promotes so much distrust and the sense of mediocre performance that leaders, owners and their organizations fail and it is employees who are blamed... almost always by the poor leaders.\n\nA message to the tyrants... Wanna be a tyrant?  Look in the mirror and ask yourself if you would work for the person you are looking at, knowing you are under appreciated, distrusted, and forced to work under less than ideal conditions.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6838, 2611, 'Lissa Millspaugh', 'lmillspa@yahoo.com', '', '99.60.229.70', '2010-07-02 15:52:30', '2010-07-02 20:52:30', 'Mike, thanks for the review.  I, too, have been subjected to this behavior, which is so truly demeaning to both the employer and the employee.  I believe that when balance is restored to the economy, those companies who decided to treat staff like cattle, rather than the brains and hearts who will make the company succeed, will be running to their board rooms to re-strategize, or die.   Mr. Cloutier\'s 15 minutes of fame will be over.  Vive la Liberte!\n\np.s. if he lists any of his clients, you should probably plan to call on them in a few months.  They\'ll need you.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6839, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-02 16:37:25', '2010-07-02 21:37:25', 'Thanks for the note Lissa. I\'m still astonished that they published the article.  The more things change...\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6838, 0),
(6840, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-02 16:39:27', '2010-07-02 21:39:27', 'I was surprised too.  This was published in a global magazine and then SmartBrief on Leadership actually distributed it in today\'s newsletter!  This is why I have tried to distinguish between \"effective\" leadership and \"good\" leadership.  You can be effective and still be very bad.\n\nThanks, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6837, 0),
(6841, 2611, 'Ted Coine', 'Tedcoine@gmail.com', '', '166.137.10.15', '2010-07-02 19:10:43', '2010-07-03 00:10:43', 'Mike, not only could I not have said it better, but I want to thank you for jumping on this \"high blood pressure handgranade\" so I don\'t have to!\n\nNot that the author wasn\'t in earnest, because I too have worked for a like-minded Attila The Hun or two (or ten!), but still: at this point in societal development, in 2010 for goodness sake! - all you can do with a bozo like this is laugh. Right. In. His. Bad-karma face.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6842, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-02 19:14:35', '2010-07-03 00:14:35', 'I do think this proves that we\'ve really not \"come all that far\" from our caveman days.  It seems there will always be someone who thinks that because they have money or position or power they can tell everyone else what to do.  The only way this makes any sense is if you never put yourself in the other person\'s shoes.  I do wonder how Atilla would feel.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6841, 0),
(6843, 2611, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '208.54.15.29', '2010-07-02 19:18:40', '2010-07-03 00:18:40', 'Hi Mike:\n\nI read the article in question earlier today and almost fell out of my chair in astonishment that Entrepreneur would publish such rubbish. I\'ve had the pleasure of being published and quoted in Entrepreneur, and now the luster is fading fast.\n\nYou are spot-on with your observations that the opinions of Mr.  Cloutier represent deeply flawed logic, and last I checked,  pompous arrogance has little to do with being an effective leader.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6844, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-02 23:27:26', '2010-07-03 04:27:26', 'Thanks for the comment. I thought it was a spoof until I read some of the other stuff this \"columnist\" has published. If they just hadn\'t called it \"leadership.\"\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6843, 0),
(6845, 2611, 'Bruno Coelho', 'bcoelho2000@gmail.com', 'http://bcoelho2000.blogspot.com', '85.139.116.97', '2010-07-03 07:59:40', '2010-07-03 12:59:40', 'Mike,\n\nYour review comes with several key points to remember and apply in any business.\n\nThe kind of leadership style, that the author advocates, could work in the industrial revolution era. But even in those days, Henry Ford\'s scientific management was based on observing, listening and measuring the employee\'s work to make the necessary performance tune ups.\n\nToday, the most advanced economies aren\'t competing in the industrial era league. They\'re competing in the knowledge era league! The globalization and the speed of technological evolution has changed the way business compete and work. In the industrial era the focus was mass production. Today, the focus is personalized innovation. Today, the employee knows much more about the what, why, where and the how of building the product/service than his boss. Today, the employee plays a critical role in the way that customers experience a brand by delivering a world-class customer experience.\n\nThe leadership style must adapt to this new reality. The new leadership style should focus on People and Results. And in this order because without People, I absolutely guarantee you that, you can NOT achieve any successful Results.\nCaring about your employees doesn\'t make you a weak leader... it shows that you\'re humble enough to recognize that you can\'t make everything by your own and that you appreciate the choice that every employee made to choose YOU as a employer.\nPraise your employees when they achieve great results. Redirect them when they should know better. Do this, and you will build a great team and a great business.\n\nBottom line is: you can lead in fundamental two ways. Through fear or through respect. If you choose the first option, sooner or later your followers will say: that\'s enough! History has shown us this over and over again. If you choose the second option, then the chances are great that you\'ll make an impact in the World.\n\nThe choice is up to you.\n\nThank you Mike for sharing this with us.\n\nBest regards,\nBruno Coelho', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6846, 2611, 'Bruce', 'brucephilp@rogers.com', 'http://brandcowboy.blogspot.com', '65.95.192.70', '2010-07-03 10:32:05', '2010-07-03 15:32:05', 'I think the key to the original article is the adjective \'small\' attached to the word \'business.\'\n\nA lot of big thinkers in the organizational behavior game have acknowledged that what it takes to start something and run something small and growing is radically different from what it takes to scale it and sustain it over time. David Hearst referred to the distinction as \'hunters vs herders\'. As someone who has run his own small firm for 14 years, I can promise you that the generally accepted definition of a nurturing, empowering team leader is next to useless in this context. A small company\'s right to exist is usually anchored in distinctiveness, and distinctiveness is neither accomplished nor protected by running some kind of happy little commune. I\'ll stop short of agreeing with the author that dictatorship is the only way to lead a small company. But I will tell you that if I had to do it over again, I would trade a lot of generous staff bonuses and individual autonomies and personal development opportunities for a little more committed, focused visionary dictatorship. As a leader, my regret is not that I was not kinder, but that I was not more assertive.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6847, 2611, 'Ted Kusio', 'Ted@hiredted.biz', '', '74.101.87.3', '2010-07-03 10:43:48', '2010-07-03 15:43:48', 'Now I know what people who still support the \"beatings will continue until moral improves\" silliness read.\n\nThanks for sharing, and for debunking.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6848, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-03 11:28:57', '2010-07-03 16:28:57', 'I laughed out loud. Thanks for the comment Ted.', 0, '1', '', '', 6847, 0),
(6849, 2611, 'Dave Martin', 'dave.martin@gmail.com', 'http://davemartin.blogspot.com', '68.118.158.80', '2010-07-03 11:29:19', '2010-07-03 16:29:19', 'Bravos, Mike. Thanks for bringing this issue some much needed attention. My sense is Mr. Cloutier is not a leader at all but rather a manager. His mindset, as illustrated by remarks here, suggest his continuing involvement in a cohort from the last century that was obsessed with the finer points of \"financial engineering\"  (e.g., ruthless P&amp;L optimization). In my experience, while folks like Mr. Cloutier may indeed be effective in managing quarterly income statements they typically fail to add the value(s) needed to grow the business. The dirty little secret about these guys, and they are most often older white men, is they lack the skill set required to lead. Moreover, they fail to grok the proper role of leadership which includes bringing out the best in people and respecting every person on the payroll as talent. Great leaders set the stage for greatness, create the environment needed for success to happen and they accept this reality: the only person they must manage to be successful is the person that will always prove the most difficult of all to manage - themselves.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6850, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-03 11:33:57', '2010-07-03 16:33:57', 'Well said that you can lead through fear or respect.\n\nI remain amazed that these \"tyrants\" think they\'re the only ones smart enough to do what it will take for the organization to succeed. But miraculously, they\'re smart enough to run a company but they\'re not smart enough to help their employees understand the goal in a way that encourages them to achieve the organizations goals and their own best interests at the same time!  So you can own a company and be a genius, knowing the best way to do everything, but you can\'t convince all those dumb people who work for you, so you have to scare them or run them off.  If the owner\'s so smart, why can he or she convince all of the rest of us how great our lives will be when we\'ve made them wealthy?\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6845, 0),
(6851, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-03 11:46:33', '2010-07-03 16:46:33', 'Bruce, thanks for the comment. If I could do anything it would be to convince one small business owner that there is a different choice to be made.  I don\'t see it as kindness vs. assertiveness.  I see it as what Simon Sinek called the two ways we can get people to do something, inspire or manipulate.  You had trouble inspiring them.  I understand that.  It\'s not easy.  Some bad hires never get inspired.  Some jobs are harder.  (I have been in the trucking industry.)  So the default is to manipulate, either by being a tyrant or being more assertive, or just telling people to \"do it my way.\"  I agree that the default cooks off to manipulate or fail.  That\'s what the article that prompted this was saying.  He was arguing for a particular way to manipulate people.  It never occurred to him to inspire them.\n\nEmployees (most) take a job looking to do their best for themselves first but also knowing it\'s not them vs. the owner.  (Not all.  I\'m not naive.)  We start with energy.  But over time that energy is spent.  After months or years of manipulation, with little or no attempt to re-energize us with inspiration, we give up.  The owners manipulate and we stop responding to anything else and neither of us likes it.  It\'s a chicken and egg thing.  Owners need to accept responsibility for their inability to inspire and employees need to accept responsibility for being so hard to inspire.  Writing articles about how to manipulate better will never be the best answer.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6846, 0),
(6852, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-03 11:56:23', '2010-07-03 16:56:23', 'Thanks for the comment Dave. I replied to Bruce above that you can inspire or manipulate.  Mr. Cloutier has apparently abandoned inspiration.  I know many people who believe that the effort to inspire people is just not part of their job.  I think they could develop the skills and they may have had them at one time, but now they think that everyone should just come to work and do their job.  They always focus on the shortcomings of some \"other\" person rather than focusing on doing whatever they can to ensure success.  That\'s a shame because they also miss the true joy of being part of a self-motivated energized community.\n\nBut I do know a lot of people (even some older white guys :-) like me) who are energized by the idea of being part of an inspired culture where everyone brings energy and emotional effort to the work.  They don\'t do everything right, but they manage conflict and accountability with respect and perform their roles for the community (organization) and their own well being.  Those are great organizations!\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6849, 0),
(6853, 2611, 'Bruce', 'brucephilp@rogers.com', 'http://brandcowboy.blogspot.com', '65.95.192.70', '2010-07-03 12:17:10', '2010-07-03 17:17:10', 'Reading your thoughtful reply - I twigged to your reference to trucking - it occurs to me that my reaction to the original piece might be a bit parochial. In the business I work in, a lot of firms function on what one trade writer recently called \'The Jesus Model\', in which someone very internally driven and talented tries to leverage his or her personal asset by building a company around it. In this setting, you\'re not trying to institutionalize values or processes; you\'re actually trying to create a cult of personality, because that\'s precisely and conditionally what your customer is paying for.\n\nFaced with that challenge, you can understand why an entrepreneur might get a bit wistful at the idea of dictatorship...', 0, '1', '', '', 6851, 0),
(6854, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-03 12:29:47', '2010-07-03 17:29:47', 'I do understand and I\'ve been there.  I managed (very poorly, I might add) a branch office of a family freight company.  I wasn\'t the total dictator.  There were moments when we were an inspired functional organization, but generally I was a weak tyrant.  Only later, comparing the inspired team to the weak tyrant, I came to begin understand the difference.  I was so tired for those years as manager because of the effort I was exerting to try to manipulate and control everyone.  It did seem like it would have been great if it had only worked!\n\nThanks very much for the insightful remarks.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6853, 0),
(6855, 2611, 'uxdesign.com', 'mic@uxdesign.com', 'http://uxdesign.com', '76.228.72.117', '2010-07-03 12:32:46', '2010-07-03 17:32:46', 'I think what we\'re dealing with here is less to do with management \"style\" and more to do with narcissism and a kind of power fetish that has been fostered by industrial age models of \"management\" designed to maintain the submission of labor.\n\nNow we are supposedly in the information service age, but until we deal with and modify org structures so that info (signal) transmission can flow from the hands (those in touch with people outside of the org) back in to the brain (those ostensibly controlling the hand) then the manipulations that Cloutier promotes will continue to cripple our economic/social/environmental health (society as organism).', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6856, 2611, 'Alan Hill', 'alanhill@srkinc.com', 'http://themiracleworker.wordpress.com', '68.112.146.158', '2010-07-03 19:04:20', '2010-07-04 00:04:20', 'I read the article. I think it\'s telling that there\'s not a \'comment\' button anywhere on George\'s blog.\nThat tells me everything I need to know about him.\nUsually people like him have never been in the military.\n\nI remember a Lieutenant telling me once (in sincerity) that when he graduated West Point he thought he was going to be a god, walk on water and everyone was going to have to obey him.  And then he got to his unit and found out it just wasn\'t so.\nI applauded the young LT for his new found wisdom.\n\nImportant to realize however, that he\'s not selling to employees.  He\'s selling to desperate entrepreneurs who have only one last chance, him.  Or to Investors who only see ROI.  \"How\' is irrelevant.\nAs long as they pay his paycheck, they buy what they want.  short term results.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6857, 2611, 'Alan Hill', 'alanhill@srkinc.com', 'http://themiracleworker.wordpress.com', '68.112.146.158', '2010-07-03 19:19:30', '2010-07-04 00:19:30', 'I recently wrote a blog post about people in this situation.\n\nI learned long ago that employees are never powerless in the face of tyrants.  My mom taught me that - accidently.\nYou can read more about how you as an employee can still ruin and resist 0r support success.\nhttp://themiracleworker.wordpress.com/2010/05/13/im-in-control\nThe point, employees have choices besides leave or bow down.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6858, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-05 07:06:26', '2010-07-05 12:06:26', 'I agree that the top-down leadership model found it\'s sweet-spot during the industrial revolution. And during any big sweeping transition like we\'re seeing in the workplace today, the old ways seem to \"work\" for quite some time.  The good news is I think the author\'s type of management solves the problems caused by weak leaders who tend to try to be popular or who get stuck never making a decision.  But he doesn\'t solve them by making them strong leaders.  He solves them by making them weak in another way.\n\nThanks for the great comment.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6855, 0),
(6859, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-05 07:12:25', '2010-07-05 12:12:25', 'Thanks for the great comments Alan.  You use a great phrase: \"employees are never powerless\" in your response.  Employees do have a choice and they often take it.  The problem is they have the same regard for the owner as the owner showed for them.  It\'s not sustainable at all.  When the pendulum swings back, the employees will over-react too.  No one ever stops the merry-go-round to create a sustainable business.\n\nThanks for chipping in. Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6857, 0),
(6860, 2611, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', '', '76.23.122.90', '2010-07-05 12:49:28', '2010-07-05 17:49:28', 'Great post, Mike.\n\nI believe that \"what goes around, comes around\" so my wish for Mr. Cloutier is that his future includes working for someone who \"leads\"  just like he does!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6861, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-05 18:46:53', '2010-07-05 23:46:53', 'Thanks Jane. I\'m with you on that one!\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6860, 0),
(6862, 2611, 'Tom Harper', 'tomh@networldalliance.com', 'http://www.networldalliance.com', '74.143.86.210', '2010-07-06 07:02:38', '2010-07-06 12:02:38', 'Mike, I\'ve come to understand the reason why the way of leadership you describe works. It\'s because it\'s the biblical way. I\'ve studied every book of the Bible &amp; come up with leadership principles from each that completely agree with you.\n\nKeep writing stuff like this!\nTom Harper, author of Leading from the Lions\' Den: Leadership Principles from Every Book of the Bible (2010, B&amp;H)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6863, 2611, 'Judy White SPHR GPHR HCS', 'judy@theinfusiongroupllc.com', 'http://www.theinfusiongroupllc.com', '74.167.239.223', '2010-07-06 07:14:21', '2010-07-06 12:14:21', 'Interestingly , Towers Perrin (ISR) found that high-engagement firms experienced an EPS (earnings-per-share) growth rate of 28% compared to an 11.2% decline for low-engagement firms.\nIf profit, were truly the objective for this owner, than earning employee\'s value and respect would be top priority.\n\nSadly, for many tyrants the sole objective is about power and control.\n\nThe good news is more 21st Century Workplaces are turning the tables and are adopting new rules of engagement where people and customers thrive!\n\nThanks for the insightful post!\n\nJudy White SPHR GPHR HCS\nwww.theinfusiongroupllc.com', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6864, 2611, 'michael hazel', 'jeepno1@aol.com', '', '71.87.20.2', '2010-07-06 07:48:47', '2010-07-06 12:48:47', 'Thanks for the rebuttal - I thought it was a resurrected article from the \'50s.   Certainly Mr. Cloutier has experience and his words have bearing on the short term turn around or when a company is in crisis mode.    My experience tells me that mindset is great for the short term, not long term sustainability.   Who says employees have to like you?  Mr C. is correct about that.   They do however need to respect you AND want to work for you.   Managing through fear is simply managing for the short term - until they find another job or otherwise exit.    I can\'t imagine the amount of creativity that would be lost if my employees were not encouraged to participate.   A man\'s foolish if he thinks he\'s got all the ideas and can plot the only possible direction all the time.   This style of management is easy, weak, and does nothing to foster real creativity and entrepreneurship in an organization.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6865, 2611, 'Vivien H.', 'cyclop9@hotmail.com', '', '81.91.231.254', '2010-07-06 07:54:19', '2010-07-06 12:54:19', 'What a debate! I wouldn\'t have it because I don\'t have much time to waste. You can\'t blame someone for having a set of ideas that are different from yours.\nWhat you ought to do in my opinion, and that\'s what I always do is to pick up what you \"like\" and leaving the rest to other people. I read George\'s article last week, I didn\'t care about how right or wrong he was, I just picked up what I liked and left the rest to Mike. I just read Mike\'s article and I also picked up what I liked and left the rest to George or his disciple who will surely fight back.\nDon\'t get me wrong, I do participate in debates, but not the kinds of the chicken or the egg, which was first?\nMike I liked your article. Thanks for it. Good day', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6866, 2611, 'Kelly Riggs', 'kelly@vmaxpg.com', 'http://www.1-on-1Management.com', '72.192.103.207', '2010-07-06 08:09:39', '2010-07-06 13:09:39', 'Cloutier: \"I\'m a big proponent of the \"just view me as god\" school of management.\"  You MUST be kidding.  Mike, I first saw this article last week and I was stunned. My first thought was to reply in a blog post - but I decided to let it stew over the long weekend. Glad I did! I enjoyed reading your reply much more than I would have enjoyed producing my own!\nAs long as tyrants can be successful in business, there will always be someone like Cloutier to volunteer to be that tyrant.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6867, 2611, 'Chef Paul', 'pbeaulieu@harrisonmarketingmd.com', '', '74.106.229.52', '2010-07-06 08:14:54', '2010-07-06 13:14:54', 'Great article. Been there done that! What I do find interesting, is typically in a small business, the ownership is made up of several members, or at least the owner has close confidants, in the company or around them who share the same  socio-economic background. They tend to form a homogeneous group, meaning they think alike.  This is why diversity in general terms works well in small businesses. Just because all executives think alike does not mean they are right. In fact, I have seen many a small company sink because of their inability to look \'outside\' their circle for help and expertise.\n\nAnother significant problem with this leadership style is your top performers are always looking to better themselves, period. Be it with you or someone else. If you have this blanket iron-first policy, it wears your top performers to the point of loss of employment. The irony here is top performers do not leave you for another industry, they go to your competitor! So you are eventually left with a bunch of complacent employees you have no desire to excel or grow. They are quite happy punching the clock. This is can be reason number six of why the iron-fist technique rarely works long-term.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6868, 2611, 'Bill', 'bill@polynike.com', '', '68.239.30.76', '2010-07-06 08:23:22', '2010-07-06 13:23:22', 'Very nice article Mike. I\'ve recently left an establishment after a year because the owner\'s wife wanted me to be a dictator. She expected perfection from them at all times. I explained that if an employee can\'t do their job they should be let go, but don\'t deserve to be sworn at and disrespected. Needless to say, it was inevitable that I couldn\'t stay due to our opposite management styles. The employees did come in for extra shifts when I asked and not for her. They would tell me that the only reason they would work extra is because I asked. You are correct; no one wants to work for a boss like that. It\'s only a matter of time before the smart workers leave. When I left, 3 of our best employees left a week after me.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6869, 2611, 'Kevin W. Grossman', 'kgrossman@hrmarketer.com', 'http://hrmarketer.blogspot.com/', '71.198.218.96', '2010-07-06 08:23:29', '2010-07-06 13:23:29', 'The first time I read the article, I hemmed and hawed mildly, thought there were a few valid points, then moved on.\n\nThe first time I read your post, I awoke to the fact that the tyrant article was more than just hogwash...but, I wouldn\'t disparage the pubs for publishing it because the contrast of freedom of speech and spillage -- and positive contrast like yours -- really shines a lot brighter on the truth.\n\nThank you, Mike.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6870, 2611, 'Stu M', 'smoring@aol.com', '', '216.79.97.66', '2010-07-06 08:29:50', '2010-07-06 13:29:50', 'wow!  Mike, thank God for your response--when I read the original I thought I was caught in some weird parallel universe where black was white and vice versa.  Granted, there are times of crisis when people just need to do what they\'re told, or follow the plan, but I can\'t imagine a sustainable operation of any kind where you don\'t want your employees to think.  But Cloutier says it has worked for him, so, like Vivien says, take it or leave it.  But I wonder if he is like the talk radio jocks who stir things up for the sake of publicity. (?)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6871, 2611, 'Kathleen Jaffe', 'kathleen.jaffe@biznicillin.com', 'http://biznicillin.com', '68.63.241.39', '2010-07-06 09:06:41', '2010-07-06 14:06:41', 'Oh, my. When I read that article last week, I had precisely the same reaction as you: I kept waiting for the punchline, and was astonished when there wasn\'t one. I\'m planning a post on it as well for later this week (needed to let my righteous indignation settle down a bit).\n\nFunny enough, the Times posted an interview with Linda Heasley from The Limited (http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/04/business/04corner.html?_r=1&amp;ref=business), and her position is the polar opposite of Cloutier\'s.\n\nSadly, in OpEds, vituperation sells.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6872, 2611, 'Justian P.', 'pounder549@gmail.com', 'http://www.oeiproperties.com', '69.199.2.101', '2010-07-06 10:13:56', '2010-07-06 15:13:56', 'Mike what a great article! I had a very similar reaction to the \"Benevolent Dictators\" article when I read it. I just recently within the last  year chewed my arm off to get out of a secure and lucrative position underneath a dictator.  George seems to forget that some of us in the working world do not live for the all mighty paycheck and the thought of being ever so gracious that someone in there infinite benevolence has granted us some money for our time will not suffice. Forsaking the mule to carry more goods only means there is more than one jack-ass on the trip.\n\nThere have been so many other post that I mimic in feeling. The leadership style that George touts harks back to the \"good ol days\". The modern workforce is no longer willing to accept direction from such an antiquated stance. Employees feel isolated and feel a reduced sense of value under tyranny style leadership. Employees working under that regime  will do two things well. 1) Just enough not to get fired 2) Leave in droves to find something or someone else to help them fill the void and a sense of value they deserve.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6873, 2611, 'The Results Company &raquo; Does Fear Motivate Employees?', '', '', '64.49.221.236', '2010-07-06 10:18:25', '2010-07-06 15:18:25', '[...] post in response to Cloutier’s article on the Lead Change Group’s website. You can read it here.     [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6874, 2611, 'Adelina', 'adelinapwong@gmail.com', 'http://www.adelinawong.ca', '70.79.234.22', '2010-07-06 10:43:29', '2010-07-06 15:43:29', 'What a great response and I completely agree with your conclusions.  The working environment has changed so much that if an individual is unhappy with their particular environment be it from their boss or coworkers, its a lot easier to change jobs.  Employers need to realized that in order to keep their talent and attract more people to work for them, they need to empower their employees, not belittle them and micromanage.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6875, 2611, 'A. Smith', 'ArtsandCulture@lavabit.com', 'http://www.twitter.com/blessingstoyou', '69.171.163.24', '2010-07-06 11:09:33', '2010-07-06 16:09:33', 'Aloha Mike!\nMahalo for your post &amp; commentary on Mr. Cloutier\'s article advocating benevolent tyranny as leadership.\nFrom experience, this quality of \'leadership\' results in devastating organizational loss/departure of most collaborative/innovative creative folks. This shift often initiates a newly twisted organizational culture that is robotic, fear-based, cult-like, leader-ego-mirroring that best belongs to the unawakened Dark Ages, and does eventually lead to the ultimate demise of  organizational integrity.\nMahalo for your thought-provoking articles. Will subscribe for more!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6876, 2611, 'Yana', 'yana@mblintl.com', '', '173.162.188.89', '2010-07-06 12:39:39', '2010-07-06 17:39:39', 'Great response, thank you Mike! I was simply shocked reading the original article. I can imagined it being published in some other countries or centuries ago, but NOT here and now. It is also very encouraging to read all comments above! Thank you!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6877, 2611, 'Michael McKinney', 'mckinney@leadershipnow.com', 'http://www.leadershipnow.com/leadingblog', '76.194.223.208', '2010-07-06 13:18:55', '2010-07-06 18:18:55', 'Mike:\nWell done. This article is confused on so many levels as you and others have already said. What the \"turnaround ace\" is describing is not \"benevolent dictatorship\" but tyranny of the worst variety. There is no benevolence involved. It is only an inner focus with only incidental \"rewards\" for others. One of the problems with this article is the binary thinking it reflects. The only other option to the \"benevolent dictatorship\" he describes is not a \"lovey-dovey approach.\" It is the extremes that so often get us into trouble. He did succeed in shock-value and perhaps that is where some turnaround aces excel.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6878, 2611, 'Lindsey Sparks', 'lindsey.sparks@apmex.com', '', '68.99.67.179', '2010-07-06 14:28:01', '2010-07-06 19:28:01', 'I was shocked when I saw that article in SmartBrief last week. Like you, at first I thought it must be a joke and looked for the punch line. Then I realized he was for real. I asked myself how this guy could possibly be successful as a consultant, and realized it\'s because he\'s telling those types of people what they want to hear. But how many people is he hurting in the process? The week before this article came out, I quit my job primarily because of a tyrant-style \"leader.\" I accepted another job with a $23,000 pay cut because of her. I have never been happier to take a pay cut in my life. It is one of the best decisions I ever made. I tried for a year to help her grow and change, but she just kept getting worse. She had the exact attitude of \"don\'t think - obey\" that he promotes in the article. Why are you paying me so much and why I do have a manager level position when you don\'t want me to think? I left for an environment where I can voice my opinions and make a difference. That\'s worth far more to me than the extra money I\'d still be making in my last position. Thank you so much for following up on this article. I hated how they didn\'t enable comments for the original article. Clearly he didn\'t want people to think about his philosophy - he just wanted them to obey it.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6879, 2611, 'Arminda', 'arminda@allarminda.com', 'http://www.allarminda.com', '98.26.187.106', '2010-07-06 15:02:36', '2010-07-06 20:02:36', 'Mike - excellent post. Thank you.\n\nThree years ago I left a management position because I didn\'t want to work for a tyrant any longer. I now train other managers on how to be more effective and provide valuable people skills necessary in order for everyone within an organization to succeed.\n\nIt\'s amazing what a little bit of knowledge, empowerment &amp; training will do for a team!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6880, 2611, 'John Ellett', 'jellett@nfusion.com', 'http://www.marketing-has-changed.com', '66.219.47.196', '2010-07-06 16:10:04', '2010-07-06 21:10:04', 'Mike, all my instincts align with your nicely-stated rebuttal. Yet as I was writing about this today, I wondered if George\'s advice isn\'t getting lost in his anti-people bravado. Steve Jobs comes to mind. By imposing his will on Apple, he turned the company around and into one of the real success stories of our lifetime. There is no doubt \"who is in charge\" in Cupertino. But replicating a leadership model based on a rare genius is probably not a sound approach.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6881, 2611, 'Do dictators make good marketing leaders?', '', 'http://marketing-has-changed.com/do-dictators-make-good-marking-leaders/', '72.47.224.23', '2010-07-06 17:11:31', '2010-07-06 22:11:31', '[...] contrary perspective was provide in the post &#8220;Biased Justification for Poor Leadership&#8221; by Mike Henry. Mike asserts being a tyrant is not being a good leader. &#8220;Employees are [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6882, 2611, 'mark allen roberts', 'mark@outbsolutions.com', 'http://www.nosmokeandmirrors.com', '70.176.64.223', '2010-07-06 21:04:31', '2010-07-07 02:04:31', 'Great Post,\nLike you, I too have served many leaders who thought leadership was about being a dictator. Is it any wonder then that we hear leaders...heck even our president saying they need an ass to kick as I discuss in my blog: http://nosmokeandmirrors.wordpress.com/2010/06/18/what-should-you-do-if-you-report-to-an-%e2%80%9cass-kicker%e2%80%9d%e2%80%a6forgive-them/\nHowever you don\'t need to let the “kicking” flow down hill.\n\n The quickest way to adjust is forgive the dictator so their behavior does not taint your leadership.\n\nMark Allen Roberts', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6883, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-06 23:11:14', '2010-07-07 04:11:14', 'Vivien, thanks for the comment.  I understand your perspective.  I am often that way myself.  This just hit so close to home I didn\'t consider it a waste of time.  I\'m by no means suggesting that this was evil, but Edmund Burke\'s quote still applies as I paraphrase.  All that is necessary for the triumph of benevolent tyrants is for good men to do nothing.  I couldn\'t do nothing.  The great thing about the Internet is that now, many more people can do something constructive.   Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6865, 0),
(6884, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-06 23:13:56', '2010-07-07 04:13:56', 'Thanks to everyone for all the great comments. I appreciate the ideas and articles that have been suggested.  It would appear that people who agree with us are in the majority, but there is a bias here since we all tend to read the same literature.  There are many people who read the post and agreed.  Hopefully we can find and help more and more of them all the time.\n\nThanks again.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6885, 2611, 'Tyrant Disliker', 'info@j2bmarketing.com', '', '24.60.191.26', '2010-07-07 05:24:48', '2010-07-07 10:24:48', 'The sad thing is... Many CEOs I\'ve seen/worked with sound like the tyrants above. They have tantrums, storm out of meetings, yell and scream etc. Why are boards endorsing these folks?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6886, 2611, 'Rick M', 'ra_myers@yahoo.com', '', '76.76.141.12', '2010-07-07 10:32:28', '2010-07-07 15:32:28', 'What would be truly interesting is to find out what if any of the \"6,000\" companies are still in business?  What have their sales or growth been since he left?  What is the turnover?\n\nI don\'t totally disagree with his article, but I am with you when it comes to the long term success of any business; EVERYONE including the boss, has a hand in the success or the failure of a business.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6887, 2611, 'Marty Caise', 'mcaise24@msn.com', 'http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com', '76.195.29.68', '2010-07-07 13:11:45', '2010-07-07 18:11:45', 'Tyrant Disliker,\nI can only speak from my own experiences... the endorsement sometimes is due to a misguided view of the passion of the person.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6888, 2611, 'Savi Sharma', 'pandali.sharma@gmail.com', '', '146.197.246.30', '2010-07-07 17:14:18', '2010-07-07 22:14:18', 'I am disappointed to see the article passed along by SmartBrief.  I have very high regard for this newsletter, and I hope SmartBrief would not do such mistake again\nSavi', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6889, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-07 19:24:46', '2010-07-08 00:24:46', 'I hope you\'re not talking about my article but rather the one from the magazine.  I can understand how those things happen.  They have to read a lot of articles a day.  This was a \"leadership\" article.  Besides, whether it was SmartBrief or Entrepreneur, there are many who agree with the author.  I\'d just prefer not to work for one again any time soon.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6888, 0),
(6890, 2611, 'Asshat Much? &laquo; But I&#8217;m Not Addicted&#8230;', '', 'http://90steve.wordpress.com/2010/07/08/asshat-much/', '72.233.96.139', '2010-07-08 08:05:49', '2010-07-08 13:05:49', '[...] 8, 2010 &middot; Leave a Comment  Mike Henry of Lead Change Group wrote a great article in response to another by a real douchebag, George [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6891, 2611, 'Heath Davis Havlick', 'hhavlick@hrmarketer.com', 'http://www.hrmarketer.com', '75.149.52.82', '2010-07-08 18:19:23', '2010-07-08 23:19:23', 'Umm...I think he left the \"benevolent\" part out of \"benevolent dictator.\"  Yikes.  It\'s a classic example of someone not understanding that their personal worldview/workview is neither the best nor the only way to do things.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6892, 2611, 'Three Star Leadership Blog', '', 'http://BLOG.THREESTARLEADERSHIP.COM/2010/07/09/be-the-boss-but-dont-be-a-jerk.aspx', '208.109.80.11', '2010-07-09 14:49:58', '2010-07-09 19:49:58', '<strong>Be the boss, but don\'t be a jerk....</strong>\n\nGeorge Cloutier\'s recent article in Entrepreneur was seriously silly, but it stimulated some good conversation about what a boss\'s job is....', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6893, 2611, 'anna smith', 'anna@whatdoyouwantfromthem.com', 'http://www.whatdoyouwantfromthem.com/', '24.148.218.4', '2010-07-09 17:20:09', '2010-07-09 22:20:09', 'Wow, that article (George Cloutier\'s) is a bunch of crap!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
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(6894, 2611, 'Sally', 'sarahvincent215@gmail.com', '', '206.210.17.33', '2010-07-12 10:21:26', '2010-07-12 15:21:26', 'I left a supposedly Christian charitable organization due to just such a leader. Despite my being a top contributor who did my boss\'s job and was worth well more than double the paltry salary I was paid, the new CEO not only personally verbally attacked me but forced my boss to officially reprimand me--a first in my 12-year career. Naturally, I took the first opportunity I could to leave the organization and now work for a for-profit company whose leadership actually respects and appreciates my contributions. The amount of disgust I feel for my former CEO knows no end, and I can\'t wait until the day that I can deliver some payback. I have already cancelled my $1500 yearly contribution to this organization and have told friends to do the same. I can\'t believe that a leader like this can be promoted in any organization, much less one that calls itself a faith-based charity.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6895, 2611, 'Glain Roberts-McCabe', 'groberts@theexecutiveroundtable.ca', 'http://www.theexecutiveroundtable.ca', '70.30.25.237', '2010-07-12 10:28:17', '2010-07-12 15:28:17', 'Mike... I couldn\'t agree more with your post.  This is the kind of thing that gets my blood boiling too.  I spend a lot of time talking to leaders about their behaviours and, sometimes it feels like an uphill battle.  As one of my members said to me: If I mismanage my budget I\'ll be fired, but if I abuse the hell out of my staff to drive results, no one will say a word.  Leading through fear and intimidation is easy and can drive - in the short-term - results and profits.  We seem to live in a 12 month / quarterly business cycle where we don\'t worry about the short-term effects of our actions on others, so long as the results are rolling in.\n\nMotivating and engaging employees to WANT to drive results and take your business to higher levels is hard.  It takes time and effort and a long-term commitment to making changes happen.  Plus, it may mean that, from time to time, owners and managers have to sacrifice their own fat compensation plans to eat the downturns (which ALL businesses cycle through) just like everyone else, instead of going for the slash and burn quick fix of layoffs and downsizings.\n\nThe only positive about Cloutier\'s article being published is that at least it shows that there is still more work to do to change the backwards viewpoints that he shares and let\'s really bright people know where NOT to apply.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6896, 2611, 'David Burkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidburkus/', '70.177.86.103', '2010-07-13 15:06:24', '2010-07-13 20:06:24', 'I\'ll confess. I have not read the article. However, I wanted to give some food for thought. I\'ve been engaged in a conversation over a few months now about whether Jesus was truly a servant leader. In actuality, it appears he acted without considering the desires of his followers because he knew what was best for them, even better then they did. Benevolent tyrant?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6897, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-13 16:00:04', '2010-07-13 21:00:04', 'Interesting twist.  I should have known you\'d come up with something like that.  First of all, let me say that today, he lets us make our own choices.  His word has put forth what\'s best for us but we can take it or leave it.  When he was present on the earth, he did what was best for us, but it cost him much more than it cost us.  I don\'t know too many of today\'s \"benevolent tyrants\" who absorb all the cost.  If one did, at some point they might have to do something like cut their own pay rather than laying off people.  Doesn\'t sound much like a tyrant to me.  Interesting thoughts though.  Thanks for the comment.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6896, 243),
(6898, 2611, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.247', '2010-07-14 03:39:08', '2010-07-14 08:39:08', 'I posted a quote from Bill George (1983) on twitter the other day, \"The business world has run off the rails, mistaking wealth for success &amp; image for leadership\", and then asked \"Has anything changed?\".\n\nHappily I do actually believe that in some quarters it has, but not all. Nowhere near all. I have to say that new paradigms of leadership are really slow in catching on, especially in institutions where the culture permits dictatorship. However, these institutions are totally unsustainable, and I reckon that some of you guys should keep an eye out for where he\'s been - they\'ll be needing realignment very soon.\n\nI\'m willing to bet that this guy forces conformity, causing fearful people to follow or get out, but in dynamic environments, the resulting loss of creativity and innovation will be devastating. Seriously, who would want to put forth an idea?\n\nMike\'s right in the original response. I have also worked under too many dictatorships/rulerships/whatever you want to call it. It\'s not been fun. When the management team are under that kind of pressure, the only thing that matters is today\'s bottom line - meet it and you get to live another day! How can that bring meaningful change?\n\nI am hesitant to call it leadership though - it\'s a particular bone of contention for me, but the way I see it is that if you are pushing or coercing then you are not actually leading. Maybe the world terms it leadership - but I ask you, is it?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6899, 2611, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.247', '2010-07-15 01:31:42', '2010-07-15 06:31:42', 'I couldn\'t help but think about this, David. It struck me as a particularly challenging, and rightly asked question... But I wonder if anyone is truly qualified to respond, but here is a suggestion (that\'s all it is).\n\nMuch of Jesus\' mission was based on moving peoples\' focus from OT commands to NT values (\"you have heard it said... but I tell you...). But the change Jesus was bringing was change that was previously unavailable. In Jesus\' case, it would have been impossible for him to work with desires that were grounded in the way things were when his death on a cross was just about to ignite radically new possibilities. Surely Jesus was both leading and serving, more than any of us ever could. But he\'s just in a totally different and incomparable category to the rest of us.', 0, '1', '', '', 6896, 0),
(6900, 2611, 'Duncan Whitcombe', 'duncan@mirrorsounds.com.au', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/dnxmirrorsounds/', '180.216.108.250', '2010-07-17 23:01:13', '2010-07-18 04:01:13', 'I guess he was the ultimate: \"the buck stops here\".', 0, '1', '', '', 6897, 0),
(6901, 2611, 'You Can Do Both and Should Do Both! &laquo; Lee Cockerell &#8211; Lessons in Leadership', '', 'http://blog.leecockerell.com/?p=889', '69.163.225.185', '2010-07-19 08:02:05', '2010-07-19 13:02:05', '[...] Biased Justification for Poor Leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6902, 2611, 'becky', 'bwinkler@greenpeakpartners.com', 'http://www.greenpeakpartners.com', '99.172.127.101', '2010-07-23 13:38:52', '2010-07-23 18:38:52', 'Mike - A friend just shared your article with me, and I love it!  I could not agree with you more.  What Mr. Cloutier said completely contradicts research my firm just published in conjunction with Cornell University.  I can send you details directly if you are interested, but for now, you should check out this link: http://www.hreonline.com/HRE/story.jsp?storyId=475354765  It does pay to treat people well - literally!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6903, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-23 17:44:25', '2010-07-23 22:44:25', 'Thanks for the great feedback and information.  I will check it out.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6902, 243),
(6904, 2611, 'Leadership Carnival &#8211; Fail Style — Fail Spectacularly! (SM)', '', 'http://jasonseiden.com/leadership-carnival-fail-style/', '74.208.16.78', '2010-08-01 06:21:32', '2010-08-01 11:21:32', '[...] Henry Sr. presents Biased Justification for Poor Leadership posted at Lead Change Group Blog, saying, &#8220;Response to some advice given in Entrepreneur [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6905, 2611, 'working girl', 'laura.k.schroeder@gmail.com', 'http://ls-workgirl.blogspot.com', '88.217.188.22', '2010-08-02 02:57:17', '2010-08-02 07:57:17', 'Just to be devil\'s advocate, I wouldn\'t mind working for a benevolent dictator if they could actually be relied on to know more than me, make better decisions than me and cover my back.  Unfortunately that leaves a vanishingly small list of people I\'d be happy to take dictation from.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6906, 2611, 'Graham Shevlin', 'graham@grahamshevlin.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gshevlin/', '76.255.52.139', '2010-08-08 01:28:43', '2010-08-08 06:28:43', 'This guy is merely justifying the perpetuation of the \"leader as asshole\" pathology already deconstructed by people like Robert Sutton.\nOne old saying that corporations who sign on to the \"leader as asshole\" approach would do well to remember is \"revenge is a dish best eaten cold\". Right now, from my own (admittedly anecdotal experience) there are a lot of employees in the USA working for the sort of dysfunctional leaders that this author appears to venerate. Once the economy recovers, I expect that a lot of those employees will execute on their plan to eat a cold dish and will fire their employer (and by extension, the employer\'s asshole leaders).\nI have seen the \"leader as asshole\" tendency become very deeply ingrained in US business culture over the last 4-5 years. Like all fixed leadership styles, it has a finite shelf-life that is about to be passed.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6907, 2611, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-09 09:51:07', '2010-08-09 14:51:07', 'Well said.  I think the number of these types of leaders is on the decline, but the old way of doing things just seems to generate more press.  We have an old-technology magazine running an old-style leadership article.  Until all of the styles with an expired shelf-life are removed, we\'re still going to be exposed to these types of ideas in the marketplace.  Thanks for the great comment.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6906, 243),
(6908, 2611, 'Both the HR and Leadership Development Carnivals are up! &laquo; TalentedApps', '', 'http://talentedapps.wordpress.com/2010/08/11/both-the-hr-and-leadership-development-carnivals-are-up/', '74.200.247.112', '2010-08-11 14:50:41', '2010-08-11 19:50:41', '[...] but don’t be a jerk. Read this post as it also links to some other excellent posts (including Mike Henry&#8216;s) referring to the same topic [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6909, 2611, 'Aaargh &laquo; Reflections on getting the job done', '', 'http://theenthusiastictrainer.wordpress.com/2010/11/15/aaargh/', '72.233.96.151', '2010-11-15 05:38:41', '2010-11-15 11:38:41', '[...] read this article (thanks Twitter) by George Cloutier and am quite grumpy.  Then I read this response by Mike Henry. Now am slightly less grumpy.    This entry was posted on Monday, November 15th, 2010 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6910, 2612, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange - Monica Diaz -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/monica-diaz-leading-change-through-otheresteem/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-07 11:47:37', '2010-07-07 16:47:37', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr. and others. Mike Henry Sr. said: Meet LeadChange Tomorrow at 3 PM EDT - Monica Diaz #Otheresteem http://bit.ly/d8BVTW Don&#39;t miss it! [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6911, 2724, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange – Michael McKinney | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-michael-mckinney/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-13 16:34:08', '2010-07-13 21:34:08', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, David Kasprzak and others. David Kasprzak said: New <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@MikeHenrySr</a>: Meet LeadChange – Michael McKinney - This week’s Meet LeadChange broadcast will feature Mich... http://ow.ly/187wGS [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6912, 2724, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-15 15:06:48', '2010-07-15 20:06:48', 'Michael, thanks for a great conversation.  I hope a bunch of folks listen to the replay.  Great concepts discussed about sustainable leadership vs. expedient leadership and the difference between the mechanics of leadership and the art.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(6913, 2804, 'Tweets that mention The Best Defintion of Leadership | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/best-definition-leadership/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-17 00:10:34', '2010-07-17 05:10:34', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: The Best Defintion of Leadership http://bit.ly/90RTZ5 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6914, 2804, 'David Burkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidburkus/', '70.177.86.103', '2010-07-18 18:56:54', '2010-07-18 23:56:54', 'You know it\'s interesting. The debate continues to circle around getting a best definition out there. Yet how many disciplines can actually come up with a universally agreed upon definition of their discipline. If you ask 10 biologists to define biology, you\'ll get 10 different answers. Yet they find a way to work together.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6915, 2804, 'Angela Bisignano', 'angela1bisignano@gmail.com', 'http://twitter.com/angelabisignano', '68.5.178.153', '2010-07-18 22:51:33', '2010-07-19 03:51:33', 'Great post Susan. You raise some really interesting points. I think the concept for contextual leadership is a good one, especially in light of the fact that leadership means so many different things to so many different people.\n\nAnswering the question you raise in your post: What does leadership look like to me?\n\nLeadership is courageously stepping into the thing that burns in your heart, because you know it is the right thing to do.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6916, 2804, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-19 13:45:30', '2010-07-19 18:45:30', 'Agreed.  Hopefully we can continue to work together and promote better leadership period.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6914, 243),
(6917, 2804, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.247', '2010-07-19 22:25:51', '2010-07-20 03:25:51', 'It\'s a really good examination of the concept Susan. And it is quite possible that you\'ve hit the nail on the head with your assertion that it\'s contextual.\n\nI see it as you do, that anyone can do leadership at any given time, and its possibly the frequency of leadership acts that causes others to begin to attribute the word \'leader\' to another. But how any one person becomes defined by their unique collection of leadership acts is surely down to lots of different variables, (take a Nelson Mandela vs. a Jeffrey Immelt, for example).\n\nObviously, any definition needs to include leaders, followers, relationship, influence, purpose, movement, change, etc, and I guess the fact that the elements it has to have causes people to try to define it. But it\'s possible that the fact we can\'t put a finger on the \'defining\' definition actually makes it more dynamic and beautiful (at least when ignited around worthy causes).\n\nI like Joseph Rost\'s (1993) definition, \"An influence relationship among leaders and followers who intend real changes and outcomes that reflect their shared purpose\", though I accept it is not the definition that eclipses all others. It just works for me and I find it keeps me both communicative and focused.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6918, 2804, 'Caroline', 'caroline@boothco.com', 'http://360degreefeedback.blogspot.com/', '69.198.36.114', '2010-07-20 14:46:31', '2010-07-20 19:46:31', 'This is a very interesting way to look at defining leadership.  It is definitely something that is hard to nail down-- there are so many different types of leadership.  I do believe that there are some attributes that can be regarded as universal for all leaders, however. I wrote a blog post on this same topic (and also used an image of waterfowl!) -- http://360degreefeedback.blogspot.com/2010/06/so-what-is-leader-anyway.html\n\nThanks for the thought-provoking content!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6919, 2804, 'Perry Maughmer', 'maughmer@gmail.com', '', '69.223.181.31', '2010-07-20 20:57:35', '2010-07-21 01:57:35', 'To paraphrase Neitzsche, \"Leadership is dead and we killed it.\"  Having spent a great deal of my adult life reading, studying, pondering, and testing leadership theories, I can honestly say we should stop thinking/talking and start doing.\nOne of the questions I ask in all of the MBA classes is the following, \"Of all the great leaders in the history of the world, how many were graduates of a leadership development course/class?\"  I think we all know the answer...ZERO.\nThere is only one way to learn to lead and that is doing it without a net.  You have to be willing to put yourself out there and risk it all in order to lead.  As the great John Wooden said, \"It is what you learn after you know it all that counts.\"\nI think the challenge is that great leadership can only be evaluated in retrospect.  We almost never identify it while it is happening and no one really makes the conscious decision, \"I think I will perform leadership now.\"\nAs Supreme Court Justince Potter Stewart said in Jacobellis v. Ohio (1964), \"...hard-core pornography is hard to define but I know it when I see it.\"  So it is with leadership as well.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6920, 2804, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.247', '2010-07-20 22:12:36', '2010-07-21 03:12:36', 'That said, John, the fact still remains that it is both an art and a science, otherwise there would be little point in us standing before MBA classes with content would there :) Wasn\'t it Isaac Newton who said \"If I have seen further it is only by standing on the shoulders of giants\"...\n\nYou\'re right about leaders being made and shaped via experience though. I really do think that the role of knowledge is to create the platform for revelation, i.e. leadership growth can only come from involving oneself in acts of leadership. Your John Wooden quote says it quite nicely.\n\nOn the subject of MBAs, do you think they actually cover the very important  subject of leadership sufficiently anyway? As I see it, the majority choose to make planning, organizing and controlling a priority (still!). Would be interested to know your thoughts on that.', 0, '1', '', '', 6919, 0),
(6921, 2804, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '64.134.241.157', '2010-07-21 13:52:06', '2010-07-21 18:52:06', 'Definitions are far too limiting to do justice to complex subjects.  Yet we like simple answers so the quest will continue...', 0, '1', '', '', 6914, 0),
(6922, 2804, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '64.134.241.157', '2010-07-21 13:55:35', '2010-07-21 18:55:35', 'Thanks Angela!  \"The thing that burns in your heart\" is most certainly a catalyst for leadership and often for great leadership.', 0, '1', '', '', 6915, 0),
(6923, 2804, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-23 11:49:26', '2010-07-23 16:49:26', 'That\'s a great point David that \"definition\" is challenging in many disciplines yet not having a shared definition does not seem to get in the way of working together.', 0, '1', '', '', 6914, 244),
(6924, 2804, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-23 19:45:19', '2010-07-24 00:45:19', 'You add some great points David.  Thank you\n\nI think we each have our own leadership \"fingerprint\".  The elements may be the same, but the expression can take many forms.  Your example of the contrast between Mandela and Immelt is a good one.\n\nYou definitely don\'t have to be THE leader to be A leader in any given moment, yet as you point out it is the frequency of those acts of leadership that has someone start to be identified with the label of \"leader\".\n\nChoosing (or inventing) a definition is very useful especially to use as a guide or compass for our own leadership development.  Rather than focusing on getting to THE one best definition I think we are better off choosing one that as you say \"works for me\".', 0, '1', '', '', 6917, 0),
(6925, 2804, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-23 19:54:44', '2010-07-24 00:54:44', 'Thanks for weighing in here and for sharing your post on the subject.\n\nI am a big fan of the practice of inventing your own definition of leadership.  even if we end up adopting some or all of someone else\'s words, in the process of the inquiry our understanding of leadership is enriched.  I pulled the definition you offer in your post and share it here as a great example of this:\n\n\"Our definition of a true leader is:\n\nSomeone who is responsible for or oversees of a group of people, who has the ability to inspire others to achieve tasks and goals they might not have otherwise been capable of reaching, and who can create positive change in a situation.\"\n\nWhat is particularly interesting to me is that you used the adjective \"true\" in front of leadership.  Adjectives are used more and more when the word leadership is used.  Perhaps that is because the more we inquire into leadership the more we realize it is not a \"one size fits all concept\".  I would be curious to know why you chose to add the word \"true\".', 0, '1', '', '', 6918, 0),
(6926, 2804, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-23 20:16:17', '2010-07-24 01:16:17', 'Points well taken Perry.  You just reinforced my belief that leadership isn\'t something to be defined, but rather a context to think from in choosing our actions.  The leaders we study did great things.  If our study of leadership does not directly influence the choices we make and the actions we take then why bother?  To influence our actions it must first influence our thinking.  As David points out the study of leadership can help us \"stand on the shoulder of giants\".\n\nYet even if the people we have identified in history as great leaders did not study leadership the ways we do today I would imagine there was someone they aspired to be like and/or people they learned from along the way in accomplishing the extraordinary.  They may not have focused on a subject called leadership but they likely learned and grew as leaders by studying and being advised by others so they could accomplish what they set out to accomplish.', 0, '1', '', '', 6919, 0),
(6927, 2804, 'Dewey Hensley', 'dhensle9@gmail.com', '', '99.117.252.14', '2017-01-04 20:14:22', '2017-01-05 01:14:22', 'Great, thought-provoking core questions and conversation...I hope to learn from you.\n\ndewey', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(6928, 2818, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Integrity Ethics and Morals | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-integrity-ethics-and-morals/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-18 19:33:12', '2010-07-19 00:33:12', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: Leadership Integrity Ethics and Morals http://bit.ly/ckHJHy [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6929, 2818, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-21 12:16:52', '2010-07-21 17:16:52', 'Jim, thanks for this great post. We\'ve had some discussions in the LinkedIn discussion area about the difference between ethics and morals.  This certainly puts it into perspective.\n\nThanks, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(6930, 2818, 'aerincho13', '', 'http://aerincho13.wordpress.com/2011/02/17/9/', '72.233.96.141', '2011-02-17 07:51:42', '2011-02-17 13:51:42', '[...] 1) http://leadchangegroup.com/leadership-integrity-ethics-and-morals/ [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6931, 2833, 'Tweets that mention Free Webinar – The Effect of Poverty on Leadership | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/free-webinar-effect-poverty-leadership/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-19 07:25:41', '2010-07-19 12:25:41', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: Free Webinar – The Effect of Poverty on Leadership http://bit.ly/aVS3nl [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6932, 2833, 'Doug Edgar', 'doug@compass-strategies.ca', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/compass/', '173.180.37.45', '2010-07-21 20:40:27', '2010-07-22 01:40:27', 'Darn. How did I miss this? Will there be a recording available?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6933, 2833, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-21 20:59:41', '2010-07-22 01:59:41', 'Yep, I should get it uploaded tomorrow or Friday.', 0, '1', '', '', 6932, 243),
(6934, 2833, 'John', 'jessesjunkenator@gmail.com', '', '98.111.179.96', '2010-07-26 15:28:28', '2010-07-26 20:28:28', 'I\'d be really interested to hear the recording of the webinar on poverty and leadership. Could you please post the link here in the comments section? Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6935, 2858, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '69.253.50.18', '2010-10-18 15:34:59', '2010-10-18 20:34:59', 'Thanks so much for posting these instructions, Mike.  And I appreciate being introduced to screenr too.  Mary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(6936, 2867, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange – Heather Coleman | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-heather-coleman/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-20 19:03:04', '2010-07-21 00:03:04', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: Meet LeadChange – Heather Coleman http://bit.ly/9HPaGV [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6937, 2867, 'Heather Coleman', 'heatherecoleman@yahoo.com', 'http://www.twitter.com/HeatherEColeman', '69.14.182.16', '2010-07-20 23:20:47', '2010-07-21 04:20:47', 'Mike,\nI am absolutely honored by what you have written - and very excited to be a part of such an amazing group of people. I am looking forward to talking with you on Thursday!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6938, 2867, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-29 16:33:02', '2010-07-29 21:33:02', 'Heather, thank you for your patience, friendship and participation. I\'m grateful.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(6939, 2883, 'Tweets that mention Integrate Talent and Heart in Your Leadership | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/integrate-talent-and-heart-in-your-leadership/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-21 09:25:37', '2010-07-21 14:25:37', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth, John S and others. John S said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: New post: Integrate Talent and Heart in Your Leadership http://bit.ly/bgvXc0 #leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6940, 2883, 'Benjamin Lichtenwalner', 'Ben.Lichtenwalner@gmail.com', 'http://ModernServantLeader.com', '159.41.1.23', '2010-07-21 11:41:46', '2010-07-21 16:41:46', 'As long as there is the prerequisite talent (you would not hire a High School student for most executive positions), heart should win every time. In today\'s world of growing social media people want that connection. Customers, employees and followers see through facades and want genuine passion to buy from and follow. Hence, if you want real leadership, you need heart.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6941, 2883, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/', '76.235.195.2', '2010-07-21 15:55:29', '2010-07-21 20:55:29', 'Benjamin,\n\nHi, it\'s nice to see a face that\'s new to me in the Lead Change group. I would agree that leaders need that \"heart\"-- what about your contributors?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 245),
(6942, 2883, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-21 16:52:37', '2010-07-21 21:52:37', 'Very interesting question!  While it\'s tempting to choose talent, my reason for choosing heart is to help heart discover talent.  This is only possible if someone offers heart a chance to show us what she\'s got!\n\nJennifer, your post comes at a critical time for me. My 7-year old son plays soccer with heart. While he is the weakest player on his team, he never missed practices or games. In fact one afternoon he fell asleep right before a soccer game! All our efforts to wake him were unsuccessful.  He finally woke up startled, asking what time it was.  At this point the game had already begun. He said, \"No, I can\'t miss the game!  The team needs me!\" And so we rushed to the game.\n\nMy husband and I have been questioning whether he should continue to play because of his lack of talent.  But perhaps we should let him continue to play because he has heart. And with our parental leadership and support, the talent will come.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 246),
(6943, 2883, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/', '76.235.195.2', '2010-07-21 17:34:48', '2010-07-21 22:34:48', 'Sonia,\n\nThanks for sharing your heartfelt and personal story.  How wonderful that your son continues to enjoy the game, even though he\'s not the star player! Good for him...what a wise little man you have on your hands :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 245),
(6944, 2883, 'Heath Davis Havlick', 'hhavlick@hrmarketer.com', 'http://www.hrmarketer.com', '75.149.52.82', '2010-07-22 17:30:20', '2010-07-22 22:30:20', 'Most people, except apparently a couple of cut-throat Wall Street companies that recently went down in flames, would hire for heart and then train for skills.  The question is, How do you identify heart?  it takes more than a resume and an interview to discover who a person really is.\n\nSo, I would think a combination of really in-depth situational interviewing and a good pre-hire assessment that measures innate personality would be the best bet for hiring for heart.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6945, 2883, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-23 21:28:19', '2010-07-24 02:28:19', 'While my gut reaction to the question was heart in thinking about it I believe the best choice would need to be based on what the team needed most to succeed at this time. Sometimes you need more talent.  If I were to choose the person with more talent though I would want to make sure there was talent with humility.  A \"prima donna\" can suck the heart right out of a team!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 244),
(6946, 2883, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/', '76.235.195.2', '2010-07-24 12:31:41', '2010-07-24 17:31:41', 'Suan,\n\nYou raise an excellent point.  Granted, I teed up this post with an \"either or\" type question: heart or talent? However, when I wrote this post, I was thinking about the nuance of these situations. For example, what happens if you have two team members, both who are skilled, but one is sort of a pain (but slightly more talented) and one is slightly less talented, but has a great attitude (lots of heart)? As a team member, I\'ve been in this situation....and found that I tended to gravitate to the person with \"heart\", even though she made a few more mistakes and needed some extra explaining for the projects.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 245),
(6947, 17823, 'Tweets that mention New post: Inspiring Challenge #leadership -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/inspiring-challenge/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-06-24 19:36:18', '2010-06-25 00:36:18', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Deb Bruser and others. Deb Bruser said: RT @mikehenrysr: New post: Inspiring Challenge http://bit.ly/9yIB83 #leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6948, 17823, 'Marty Caise', 'mcaise24@msn.com', 'http://martycaisejr.wordpress.com', '72.179.139.56', '2010-06-24 21:30:52', '2010-06-25 02:30:52', 'This post could not have been more timely.\n\nI find myself in a challenging situation when it comes to a team I have grown very fond of that are currently going through a change in leadership.  As I spoke to them today, I was filled with a great deal of emotion as members of the team spoke highly of me and my ability to lead them.  While change is always difficult, I found myself speaking to them about how this change will provide them opportunities to grow as professionals and bring them tangibles and intangibles that were not always viable options in the past.\n\nI am filled with a sense of accomplishment in looking at this great group of people I had a hand in assembling and yet a sense that more could be done for them.  It was great to see that in the face of a change in leadership, they maintained their professionalism and showed that sense of opportunity as the new leadership group spoke with them.  I would like to think I had a hand in that, but I can\'t take that kind of credit because it is their willingness to accomplish our goals that made us successful.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6949, 17823, 'BizSugar.com', '', 'http://www.bizsugar.com/story/79258', '74.54.61.114', '2010-06-26 10:18:41', '2010-06-26 15:18:41', '<strong>Inspiring Challenge - The Challenge to Ongoing Inspiration...</strong>\n\nThird in a series on being an inspiring leader. What does it take to maintain or regenerate the energy to inspire others? How can you keep your inspiration drain from running dry?...', 0, '1', '', 'trackback', 0, 0),
(6950, 17823, 'Sharon Eden', 'sharon@sharoneden.biz', 'http://www.sharoneden.biz', '86.177.255.255', '2010-06-27 04:22:44', '2010-06-27 09:22:44', 'Spot on again, Mike!  As an old Rabbinical saying goes... If I care not for myself who will care for me?  If I care for myself alone what will I effect.  If not now, when then?\'\n\nFirst and foremost is taking care of our energy, just as you describe, in order that we might better serve.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6951, 17823, 'Mike Henry Test', 'mikehenrysr@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-06 12:34:17', '2010-07-06 17:34:17', 'Thank for the comment Marty. I appreciate it.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6948, 0),
(6952, 17823, 'Susan', 'szugaj@gmail.com', 'http://www.hopespark.com', '99.189.132.105', '2010-07-01 21:55:24', '2010-07-02 02:55:24', '\"You inspire by choosing positive.\" I agree, I also think that inspiring is all about empowering the people who follow you and your mission. It must become about the community and the cause and less about the leader.\n\nSusan\nhttp://hopespark.com/', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6953, 17824, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Character Series | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-character-series/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-12 18:07:59', '2010-07-12 23:07:59', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney and others. Michael McKinney said: Mike Henry Sr: Leadership Character Series http://bit.ly/anv4Q1 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6954, 2825, ',,,,,,,', 'jhfdrexsrdf.jnhghj.@gmail.cim', '', '209.66.200.115', '2016-02-19 18:33:00', '2016-02-19 23:33:00', 'jjj', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(6955, 2930, 'Lindsay', 'lindsay@gooseeducationalmedia.com', '', '66.222.214.24', '2010-07-26 12:34:20', '2010-07-26 17:34:20', 'Inspire a movement. Make world change.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6956, 2930, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-26 14:31:13', '2010-07-26 19:31:13', 'My six words on how powerful inspiring feedback makes me feel...\"Anything is possible. Just do it.\"\n\nLove this exercise Sonia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 244),
(6957, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://www.readytofeedback.com', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-26 15:06:40', '2010-07-26 20:06:40', 'Susan, great story! Thanks for submitting. :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 6956, 0),
(6958, 2930, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-26 16:23:10', '2010-07-26 21:23:10', 'I like that one too! Very well said.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 6956, 243),
(6959, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-27 05:54:46', '2010-07-27 10:54:46', 'I can absolutely see you doing this, Lindsay! Susan\'s 6-word story below would be an appropriate response... \"Anything is possible. Just do it.”\n\nThanks for contributing!', 0, '1', '', '', 6955, 246),
(6960, 2930, 'Thomas Waterhouse', 'tdwclients@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/encouraging/', '68.200.233.243', '2010-07-27 06:03:43', '2010-07-27 11:03:43', 'Six precious words I will never forget... \"I really do believe in you.\" Six powerful words that I will express to others for a lifetime!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 254),
(6961, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-27 06:51:26', '2010-07-27 11:51:26', 'Powerful inspiration.  Your 6-words gave me goose-bumps! The power of someone believing in you and your abilities is PURE motivation. Love it! Thanks, Thomas!', 0, '1', '', '', 6960, 246),
(6962, 2930, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '141.153.176.92', '2010-07-28 06:07:06', '2010-07-28 11:07:06', 'Great idea Sonia.\n\nHere\'s one of my #BeOriginal tweets from Twitter that others have noted as very helpful.   Check out Joan\'s #BeOriginal idea on Twitter to publish your inspirational and creative thoughts (http://twitter.com/jkwgrowth).\n\nMy contirubtion:\n---------\n\"Weed out doubt to cultivate success!\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6963, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-28 06:57:33', '2010-07-28 11:57:33', 'Very clever! Doubt can be an infection and takes away our power to thrive. Loving the imagery of weeding out doubt. Lovely. It\'s amazing how much you can say with just 6-words.', 0, '1', '', '', 6962, 246),
(6964, 2930, 'Deb Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', '', '68.18.50.200', '2010-07-29 18:58:08', '2010-07-29 23:58:08', 'Working together, we can do anything.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6965, 2930, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.243', '2010-07-30 01:25:28', '2010-07-30 06:25:28', 'What a wonderful exercise, Ok:\n\n\"If you believe, it is possible\"...\n\"You are free to express yourself\"...\n\"That\'s a fantastic idea, thank you\"...\n\nCan\'t wait to see this list grow!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6966, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-30 07:01:10', '2010-07-30 12:01:10', 'David, 3 stories!  You must be inspired. :-) I imagined receiving the 3 stories as feedback, and thought... David must be a great leader! Thanks for sharing.', 0, '1', '', '', 6965, 246),
(6967, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-30 07:04:04', '2010-07-30 12:04:04', 'I believe... thanks for sharing your story, Deb!', 0, '1', '', '', 6964, 246),
(6968, 2930, 'Shawn Murphy', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/shawmu/', '99.17.7.206', '2010-07-31 14:22:55', '2010-07-31 19:22:55', 'The challenge: \"Add to the 6-word stories collection on how powerful, inspiring feedback made you feel.\"\n\nHere is my reply:\n\n\"Reminded me of who I am.\"\n\"I hadn\'t thought about that before.\"\n\"Full of emotion about what\'s next.\"\n\"Fortunate to know people who care.\"\n\"I feel blessed, fortunate, and introspective.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 248),
(6969, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-07-31 15:47:05', '2010-07-31 20:47:05', 'Beautiful stories, Shawn!  I can feel the emotion and motivation you must have felt. Honored to add  your 5 stories to the list.', 0, '1', '', '', 6968, 246),
(6970, 2930, 'Anne Perschel', 'aperschel@germaneconsulting.com', 'http://germaneconsulting.com', '97.95.181.233', '2010-08-01 10:24:44', '2010-08-01 15:24:44', 'What is the world asking of me?\nHow &amp; on behalf if what am I to use my talents?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6971, 2930, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-08-16 04:37:15', '2010-08-16 09:37:15', 'Anne,\n\nI think questions make the best stories, too!  It\'s true that often feedback from others sends us into a thinking pattern; deep thought emerges with many questions about our mission in life (your first question) and how to use our talents (your second question). When feedback is delivered with the primary purpose of transmitting information without the person in mind, this is when feedback de-motivates!  And this was why I developed this activity.  It\'s during those times when we need to remember inspiring times and the feelings from others that made us soar.\n\nThanks for sharing your ideas here Anne and for sending me into a thought pattern! :)\n\nSonia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 246),
(6972, 2977, 'Kevin W. Grossman', 'kgrossman@glowan.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/kevinwgrossman/', '71.198.218.96', '2010-07-27 09:26:01', '2010-07-27 14:26:01', 'Absolutely.  Leading self first and foremost is critical.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 361),
(6973, 2977, 'Tweets that mention Leading Alone | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leading-alone/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-27 09:44:19', '2010-07-27 14:44:19', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Kevin W. Grossman, Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry and others. Jessica Henry said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a> Leading Alone http://bit.ly/9P42mU #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6974, 2977, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/', '66.177.212.242', '2010-07-27 13:04:13', '2010-07-27 18:04:13', 'This is such a great topic Mandy.  Perhaps \"leading alone\" is just another example of leading without a title and reinforces the notion that leadership is not about position.   Having people work for you does not make you a leader.  As you point out so eloquently, being a leader is about the choices we make.\n\nI think anyone who chooses to lead in any given moment is alone though - the moment we speak up, step up or stand up for something we stand out. The people around us will follow our lead or they won\'t.  They may even try to knock us down overtly or covertly.\n\n\"Choosing to do, every day, that which is best for those you come into contact with through the course of your day.\" -- that is what leadership looks like in everyday action regardless of whether we run a company of 1 or 100,000.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 244),
(6975, 2977, 'Mandy Vavrinak', 'mvavrinak@mac.com', 'http://mandyvavrinak.com/', '64.134.156.36', '2010-07-27 14:25:28', '2010-07-27 19:25:28', 'Susan,\n\nThanks for your kind words... and yes, I think you\'re right. The moment we step out to lead, we\'re leading alone, no matter how many people choose (or not!) to follow. Thanks for reading and commenting!\n\n--\nMandy', 0, '1', '', '', 6974, 0),
(6976, 2977, 'David Burkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidburkus/', '70.177.86.103', '2010-07-27 17:00:41', '2010-07-27 22:00:41', 'Mandy, I love your post as a motivation or inspiration. But I have to disagree with its premise. Almost every definition of leadership involves leading \"others\" or influence something else. Most of what you discuss is great advice on how to be more disciplined, something leaders and soloists can certainly benefit from.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6977, 2977, 'Mandy Vavrinak', 'mvavrinak@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mvavrinak/', '64.134.156.36', '2010-07-27 17:13:15', '2010-07-27 22:13:15', 'David, thanks for your comment :) I\'ve been told on many occasions that what I do (or have done) is an inspiration to others. I just don\'t often know it at the time the inspiration is occurring. That\'s what I\'m trying to say... that we lead, even when we don\'t know it, even when no one appears to be following or inspired by our actions at the time. I do, however, believe many definitions of leadership are flawed in the sense they concentrate on the position and not the outcome or results. So I both agree with you and disagree, I suppose!', 0, '1', '', '', 6976, 247),
(6978, 2977, 'Mandy Vavrinak', 'mvavrinak@mac.com', 'http://mandyvavrinak.com/', '70.177.89.193', '2010-07-28 09:51:55', '2010-07-28 14:51:55', 'Kevin, thanks for reading and responding... I appreciate it :)', 0, '1', '', '', 6972, 0),
(6979, 2977, 'Heath Davis Havlick', 'hhavlick@hrmarketer.com', 'http://www.hrmarketer.com', '75.149.52.82', '2010-07-29 16:59:36', '2010-07-29 21:59:36', 'What a great way to view leadership: \"It is an attitude and an approach characterized by commitment to ethical, moral, self-directed behavior designed to accomplish set goals.\"  Thanks for helping me reframe!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6980, 2977, 'Mandy Vavrinak', 'mvavavrinak@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mvavrinak', '166.205.8.242', '2010-07-30 13:17:04', '2010-07-30 18:17:04', 'Thanks, Heath... But really I should thank you and the Lead Change community. This week, at least, it didn\'t feel so much like Leading Alone :)', 0, '1', '', '', 6979, 0),
(6981, 2996, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Character Episode 1 Leading Yourself | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-character-episode-1-leading-yourself/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-24 18:41:14', '2010-07-24 23:41:14', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Hauke Borow. Hauke Borow said: Leadership Character Episode 1 Leading Yourself http://bit.ly/cYWBv3 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6982, 3007, 'Tweets that mention New post: Meet LeadChange Jennifer Miller #leadership -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-jennifer-miller/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-26 17:51:37', '2010-07-26 22:51:37', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Jennifer McClure, Dale Lawrence, Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry and others. Jessica Henry said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a> Meet LeadChange Jennifer Miller http://bit.ly/d63cjY #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6983, 3007, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-07-29 16:30:08', '2010-07-29 21:30:08', 'Thanks <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@jennifervmiller</a> for the great interview.  I appreciate your friendship and involvement in the group.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243);
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(6984, 3019, 'Tweets that mention Lead Change Group Inspires | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/lead-change-group-inspires/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-07-28 08:00:54', '2010-07-28 13:00:54', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: Lead Change Group Inspires http://bit.ly/9rPH9J [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6985, 3019, 'Kelly Ketelboeter', 'kelly@theexperiencefactor.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/ketelboeterpr/', '99.63.206.87', '2010-07-28 12:14:56', '2010-07-28 17:14:56', 'Excellent post Shawn! I echo your sentiments and I am thrilled to be part of such an amazing and collaborative movement.  I learn something new every single day and appreciate the diverse backgrounds, thoughts and work of our fellow Lead Change members.  It is inspiring, which is something we all can use a little bit more of these days!\n\nBest to you!\nKelly', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6986, 3019, 'Senen Perfecto', 'senen@duzon.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/senen/', '116.93.23.68', '2010-07-28 19:25:10', '2010-07-29 00:25:10', 'I and everyone must agree with Kelly, Shawn. Excellent post! I used it to draw leader-friends to our community. I am inspired by the group and contributions and I am enthusiastically doing the little I could to be a channel in reaching others more from my end.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6987, 3019, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.243', '2010-07-30 01:43:14', '2010-07-30 06:43:14', 'Totally agree Shawn. I\'m so into the topic of leadership because I see it as the way to real positive change in organizations, communities and the greater world issues. Having said that, being new to social media, I make my share of mistakes and the quality of information seems so erratic.\n\nThen I find this Lead Change group where people are providing content that\'s inspiring and challenging, and you\'re all living your words out (as far as I can see). So thanks to Mike, and you Shawn, and all the other contributors. I can only envisage an increasing impact on the way leadership is done as the Lead Change circle expands.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6988, 3019, 'Shawn Murphy', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/shawmu/', '99.17.7.206', '2010-08-06 22:48:08', '2010-08-07 03:48:08', 'Well I have committed blog-etiquette no-no\'s: not responding to blog post responses.  We are all made better people when we allow others to contribute to who we are through words, interactions, and sharing of ideas.  David, Senen, and Kelly, you demonstrate this by taking time to share your responses. Thank you.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 248),
(6989, 3060, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange Steve Keating | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-steve-keating/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-02 11:35:43', '2010-08-02 16:35:43', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Meet LeadChange Steve Keating http://bit.ly/9YilCQ (via <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6990, 3070, 'Tweets that mention Character – A Greater Victory | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/character-a-greater-victory/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-02 08:19:02', '2010-08-02 13:19:02', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Steve Browne. Steve Browne said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Important guest post by @DrJackKing Character – A Greater Victory #LeadChange http://bit.ly/dfmr0K - this is great !! #HR [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(6991, 3070, 'Monica Diaz', 'monica@e-quidam.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/monedays/', '189.189.7.102', '2010-08-03 17:30:58', '2010-08-03 22:30:58', 'Jack... I love it! This is such a truly touching, simple and clear example of stepping up to do the right thing. It changes everyone involved.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 263),
(6992, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/drjackking/', '67.237.170.23', '2010-08-03 18:09:32', '2010-08-03 23:09:32', 'Monica, There is SO much we can learn from Mallory (and so many other young &amp; emerging leaders)! Her leadership is nothing short of inspiring!', 0, '1', '', '', 6991, 0),
(6993, 3070, 'Dave Carpenter', 'partnersml@yahoo.com', 'http://www.dave-carpenter.com/', '72.79.201.164', '2010-08-03 18:10:09', '2010-08-03 23:10:09', 'Jack\n\nWords seem trite after your awesome post and accompanying video.\n\nAwesome post and awesome illustration of the fact that leadership is NOT a function of age. And, a great illustration of why your quest to root Norfolk Center as a gathering point for teens to learn more about servant leadership is such an important mission.\n\nFor me, also a great reminder of just how great kids are before we adults \"teach\" them our way.\n\nMy friend, that is truly a home run!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6994, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/drjackking/', '67.237.170.23', '2010-08-03 19:34:41', '2010-08-04 00:34:41', 'Dave, Thank you for your kind words and your encouragement. Young folks demonstrate leadership everyday.  Often - perhaps more often than adults - theirs is an other-centered leadership, as we see in this video.  It\'s my hope, in communities around the globe, adults will continue to reach out to young people, embrace them, and nurture the servant\'s hearts within.  So many in our world are counting on it!', 0, '1', '', '', 6993, 0),
(6995, 3070, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/', '66.177.212.242', '2010-08-03 20:31:34', '2010-08-04 01:31:34', 'WOW Thank you Jack for sharing this inspiring demonstration of character based leadership in action.  For me your last line says it all...leadership without love is no leadership at all.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 244),
(6996, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/drjackking/', '67.237.170.23', '2010-08-03 20:44:14', '2010-08-04 01:44:14', 'It was my great pleasure, Susan.  There are so many lessons these girls can teach all of us about sacrifice, teamwork, compassion, courage, character, the serving nature of leadership and, yes, love.', 0, '1', '', '', 6995, 0),
(6997, 3070, 'Contessa Kung', 'techie@duzon.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/techie/', '116.93.23.68', '2010-08-04 02:03:20', '2010-08-04 07:03:20', 'I\'m not sure why people are so touched by this video. I think Mallory\'s act is the natural thing to do. She didn\'t do it to inspire anyone. She didn\'t do it to become a hero. She did it simply because for her it\'s the right thing to do. Maybe that\'s the lesson here. Adults forget the purity and simplicity of youth. Having said that, I admit that I was touched by the video. I am reminded of how it is to be young and brave and unselfish.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6998, 3070, 'Jamie', 'jamieloh@gmail.com', '', '78.101.203.42', '2010-08-04 03:36:34', '2010-08-04 08:36:34', 'Wow. Thank you for sharing this, it was beautiful - thank you!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(6999, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://www.NorthForkCSL.org', '67.237.170.23', '2010-08-04 08:13:08', '2010-08-04 13:13:08', 'Thank you, Contessa, for sharing your wonderfully illuminating insights.  I am in complete agreement: the young are, indeed, brave and unselfish.  Thankfully, some adults are, too.  I suppose all of us could be brave and unselfish again, to the extent we become willing to see with our hearts instead of our heads.  Seems to me the pressures of life (and, to a large extent, peer expectations) cast long, dark shadows of status quo against the great wall of inertia.  We find it difficult to make out the lines that separate right from \'not-so-right.\'  In the darkness, we have found fear and we have lost our sense of other-centeredness ... all because we have misplaced the courage of our youth.  Let us remember the young are forever looking up to us for example.  They may not admit it.  We may not see it.  What matters, of course, is not what we see but, instead, what it is THEY see.  How many of us would set aside (e.g., risk) our \'bottom line\' (personal, professional, or otherwise) to do what Mallory did?  Is Mallory\'s action, even among her peers, the rule or, sadly, the exception?  What are we teaching them?  What are they \'un-learning?\'  If we want them to retain their courage, we must first be courageous.  If we want them to discover the serving nature of leadership, we must first serve.  If we want them to realize leadership without love is no leadership at all, we must first love.  Purity and simplicity, for all, lies just beyond the shadows.', 0, '1', '', '', 6997, 0),
(7000, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://www.NorthForkCSL.org', '67.237.170.23', '2010-08-04 08:17:23', '2010-08-04 13:17:23', 'It was my great pleasure, Jamie.  I, too, found much beauty in this powerful story of courage and compassion.', 0, '1', '', '', 6998, 0),
(7001, 3070, 'Jay Singh', 'jaysinghsyd@gmail.com', 'http://twitter.com/jaysingh', '124.171.13.182', '2010-08-04 18:54:02', '2010-08-04 23:54:02', 'Thank you Jack for sharing this amazing story.\n\nThe biggest lessons can come from the most unexpected of places, but kids have always been in front teaching us the meaning of life.\n\nChildren come to us as perfect beings showing us glimpses of the greatness we may have left behind.\n\nThank you again.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7002, 3070, 'JohnDWatt', 'john.watt@verizon.net', '', '98.117.72.129', '2010-08-05 07:53:51', '2010-08-05 12:53:51', 'Monica, Jack, Dave, Susan, Contessa, Jamie and those to follow:  your comments are as powerful as the story of teenage leadership and compassion in the video.\n\nJack, your message penetrates through to my core, shining a bright lamp to dissipate those shadows:  \"If we want them to retain their courage, we must first be courageous. If we want them to discover the serving nature of leadership, we must first serve. If we want them to realize leadership without love is no leadership at all, we must first love. Purity and simplicity, for all, lies just beyond the shadows.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7003, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://www.NorthForkCSL.org', '67.237.173.216', '2010-08-06 09:19:44', '2010-08-06 14:19:44', 'Jay, John: Thank you ever so kindly for dropping by.  Your wonderful comments have me thinking.  John F Kennedy said, \"Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.\" Seems to me he was not suggesting we become better leaders by merely referring to wisdom gleaned from books, or the sages who write them.  Instead, I believe he reminds us when we fail to take notice, we fail to lead.  Ken Blanchard, in his writings, points out, \"Leadership is not something you do to people; it\'s something you do with people.\"  For me, Kennedy and Blanchard sing the same song. There is a simple knowing left behind in the days of our youth we, as adults, would do well to retrieve.  Certainly, walking our talk is important but, as I see it, it\'s not enough to walk our talk if our talk fails to authentically connect.  And the best way for it to connect is for it to take pause and give room for others to ‘speak’ (through word and deed), most esp when \'others\' include young and emerging leaders.  It has been my experience the one thing young people want from adults is to be noticed.  The way to notice them is to engage them in conversation — not talk at them, but talk with them … and walk with them.  When this happens, our walk begins to speak loud enough we have little need for further ‘talk.’  In saying less, it seems to me we actually communicate more ... and we communicate more deeply.  For me, this is how we learn, this is how we lead, and this is how we find our way out of the shadows.', 0, '1', '', '', 7002, 0),
(7004, 3070, 'A Greater Victory (originally published with Lead Change Group) &laquo; NorthFork Center for Servant Leadership', '', 'http://www.northforkcsl.org/?p=1055', '66.147.244.181', '2010-08-06 10:28:51', '2010-08-06 15:28:51', '[...] Earlier this week, Mike Henry graciously published this post on the Lead Change Group blog. Comments to date have been fabulous! You can find it, and the wonderful comments, here. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7005, 3070, 'Sonia Di Maulo', 'sdimaulo@readytofeedback.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sdimaulo/', '74.56.228.245', '2010-08-06 17:29:45', '2010-08-06 22:29:45', 'Jack,\n\nI watched Sara and Mallory\'s story earlier this week and have been thinking about it every since.  The comments here have made me ponder further.\n\nThe leadership and love that Mallory exhibited may have grown in her all at once at that very moment... it\'s possible!  But what may very well be more possible is that she was exposed to servant leadership, love, and people doing the right thing for a while... that\'s what I would like to believe.  For Mallory there was no other solution because that\'s what people around her would have done… that’s what she’s been taught to do!\n\nHere\'s a quick story.\n\nMy son has been playing summer soccer for 4 seasons (he\'s 8).  This year he was blessed with a coach who is a true leader; setting examples and leading with heart.  On Wednesday the other team was missing players so he shared his players with them so that the kids could play.  They played together and not against each other. When other coaches would have called the win and gone home, Nick used the event as an opportunity to lead with heart!\n\nA simple act that provided these young minds with a powerful message that I believe will follow them as they grow into leadership themselves (perhaps future Mallorys).  The parents were pretty impressed too!\n\nAnd I thought of your post the whole time! Lovely…\n\nThanks again for sharing this,\nSonia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 246),
(7006, 3070, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/drjackking/', '67.237.173.216', '2010-08-11 21:15:53', '2010-08-12 02:15:53', 'Thank you, Sonia, for sharing such a touching story that drives home the great need for adults to step up to the serving nature of leadership and set an example for young people to follow.  Young folks need real heroes in their life, heroes that are somehow connected to them and care for them.  They need heroes who are other-centered.  And they need heroes who are not afraid to ask tough questions like, \"Why can\'t leadership ALWAYS be about playing together rather than against one another?\"  Our young people need their community, and they need their community to embrace them.  It should come as no surprise our young people are also in desperate need of community leaders to show them the way; leaders who, to borrow the words of the ancient Greeks, make gentle the life of their world.  When all is said and done, it seems to me all of us, young and old alike, share many of the same needs.  Chief among them is our desire for true leadership, a leadership that finds room for everyone, a leadership that loves.', 0, '1', '', '', 7005, 0),
(7007, 3070, 'Paul Ke', 'paulwcke@hotmail.com', '', '24.36.193.223', '2010-08-20 09:57:15', '2010-08-20 14:57:15', 'This message was sent as a link by my pastor, Clare Braun.  As a senior sales Christ loving manager in a cut throat, fast paced commissioned sales environment, I attempt to find the heart to lead as a servant.\n\nI would like to thank you for sharing this message so that Clare was then able to share it with me.  i will now pass it forward to my staff.  This is the exact message that I relay in every training session with my sales team.  I am blessed to have an owner whom has trusted me with his staff and am also blessed so many other responsibilities that the Lord has entrusted to me.  I just further shared this message with my 12 year old son.\n\nThanks again for the reminder of \'doing right\'.\n\nPK', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7008, 3070, 'A Greater Victory - Dr. Jack King', '', 'http://drjackking.brn1.co/young-emerging-leaders/a-greater-victory/', '67.227.189.59', '2016-08-21 08:37:28', '2016-08-21 12:37:28', '[&#8230;] Earlier this week, Mike Henry graciously published this post on the Lead Change Group blog.  Comments to date have been fabulous!  You can find it, and the wonderful comments, here. [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7009, 3078, 'Tweets that mention Mountains To Climb | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/mountains-to-climb/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-03 08:46:23', '2010-08-03 13:46:23', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Dr. Ada. Dr. Ada said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Mountains To Climb today&#039;s #LeadChange post by @LeadToday http://bit.ly/a1uMo0 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7010, 3078, 'Deb Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', '', '68.157.54.199', '2010-08-03 16:12:54', '2010-08-03 21:12:54', 'I can really relate to this idea, Steve.  I find that when I am struggling, when I find mountains in my path, my problem is almost always my attitude.  I have been fortunate to find partners in my life that remind me how much this matters and help me course-correct.  Some of them are leaders from this group including YOU!  Thank you for your wisdom here and every tweet-filled day!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7011, 3078, 'Bruno Coelho', 'bcoelho2000@gmail.com', 'http://bcoelho2000.blogspot.com', '194.79.89.96', '2010-08-04 06:40:49', '2010-08-04 11:40:49', 'Dear Steve,\n\nThank you for your inspiring message! It takes humility to understand that there is no need to go on a venture alone. Besides, what\'s the fun of that? Many successful people had great successful partners: Steve Jobs had Steve Wozniak, Bill Gates had Paul Allen, Donald Trump had his father Fred Trump, and many others.\n\nI believe that I\'m a strong person, not because of my own strength alone, but because of the combined strength of all the key people that surround me.\n\nThe idea of the simul-climbing reminds me of the new business that I\'m launching with my wife. Who could ask for a better partner? It\'s all about Loving what you do, Trusting one another and never give up!\n\nBest regards,\nBruno Coelho', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7012, 3078, 'Mark Oakes', 'moakes@concentricsecurity.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/markooakes/', '70.88.159.217', '2010-08-04 08:44:41', '2010-08-04 13:44:41', 'Great \'Life Lesson\', anology and advice, Steve. Well Done!!\n\nMark', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 257),
(7013, 3087, 'Tweets that mention Leaders Who Coach | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leaders-who-coach/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-04 07:12:52', '2010-08-04 12:12:52', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: Leaders Who Coach http://bit.ly/adeToT (via <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7014, 3087, 'Kevin W. Grossman', 'kgrossman@glowan.com', 'http://glowan.com/wordpress/', '71.198.218.96', '2010-08-04 07:50:21', '2010-08-04 12:50:21', 'For me, this isn\'t a contradiction; it\'s the leadership path of the new millennium.  High emotional intelligence is the foundational element from which the leader-coach arises.\n\nCommand and control is crashing.  And for good reason.  Thank you for such an insightful post, Teri!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7015, 3087, 'Jim Morgan', 'jim@suddenteams.com', 'http://www.teamsblog.biz/', '65.190.141.153', '2010-08-04 09:17:03', '2010-08-04 14:17:03', 'This fits nicely with an image proposed in \"The Fifth Discipline\" about learning organizations: the CEO not as the captain of the ship, but the designer. Research into the diffusion of innovation makes clear that changes from the top will take far longer than top leaders realize to get to the line workers, and will end up distorted at that. Far better to equip those workers with the training, information, and values to make their own decisions in the company\'s best interest. You\'re right on target, Teri.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7016, 3087, 'Terri Klass', 'terri@terriklassconsulting.com', 'http://www.terriklassconsulting.com', '68.44.48.95', '2010-08-04 17:51:34', '2010-08-04 22:51:34', 'Hi Teri,\n I really enjoyed your insightful post about coaching being an important element in successful leadership. I would just add that establishing rapport is another key aspect of the coaching process. Understanding the way a coachee receives and processes information can be most helpful in mentoring.\n\nTerri Klass', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7017, 3087, 'Mark Sturgell CBC', 'askthecoach@pdncoach.com', 'http://purposeandnow.com', '98.222.45.143', '2010-08-04 18:30:55', '2010-08-04 23:30:55', 'I love the contradiction! In fact, you have provided further evidence of how \"competency models\" of leadership and leadership development are so misguided. Ask successful leaders to list characteristics and qualities of leadership and you very often end up with contradictory competencies on the list, such as having control and creating independence.  It\'s because different styles of leadership - different profiles of leadership - are not only effective in different contexts, different leadership approaches can be effective in the very same contexts.\n\nOn a completely different note, by the way, there are many examples of highly effective \"command and control\" leaders, particularly in military and public safety organizations.  There is nothing inherently wrong with \"command and control\" in appropriate situations and given those aren\'t the only defining qualities of the leader\'s style and approach.  Teri appropriately qualifies ineffective leadership as \"dictatorial command and control\", another style altogether that doesn\'t even work in military-style organizations.\n\nAs for leaders who coach - right on all the way, Teri. \"‘Leaders who coach’ balance their concern with people performance with the goals of the company.\"  And everyone has the potential to become a leader who coaches. The best way may be to have a coach themselves.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7018, 3087, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-04 20:20:24', '2010-08-05 01:20:24', 'Thank you, Kevin, for your kind words. I\'m pleased you found value in the post. I agree completely, \'command &amp; control\' is no longer viable.  Unfortunately, it remains alive and well in far too many places.', 0, '1', '', '', 7014, 250),
(7019, 3087, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '141.153.176.92', '2010-08-05 07:19:58', '2010-08-05 12:19:58', 'Hi Teri,\nTo me leaders who don\'t mentor/coach are falling short of their full responsibilities.  That\'s not to say that you keep a team member who truly is not producing.  So many high driver leaders misinterpret \"coaching\" to mean \"keeping around an incompetent\" employee.  Not true.\n\nCoaching is that daily communication to tap people\'s talents and hone it with your experience.  It is one way that the team can learn from each other (including you) and change to meet every changing business needs.\n\nHere\'s a post on teamwork w/leadership -- I welcome your comments.\n----\nhttp://katenasser.com/teamwork-gems-create-startling-results/\n------\n\nThanks for  your great post. I will RT on Twitter.\nKate', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7020, 3087, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-05 11:00:18', '2010-08-05 16:00:18', 'Thank you, Kate, for your comments, sharing your article and retweeting mine. I read your article and loved it. The premise of promoting organic growth within the framework of existing teams is, not only sustainable, but inherent to cultivating a culture that fosters individual growth for the benefit of the overall organization. I believe organizations entrenched in continual learning will be best positioned for success over time.', 0, '1', '', '', 7019, 250),
(7021, 3087, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-05 18:03:10', '2010-08-05 23:03:10', 'Thank you, Jim, for your comment. It is often a major transformation to make, but well worth the effort in the long term. Once again, having the right people in roles where they thrive is key.', 0, '1', '', '', 7015, 250),
(7022, 3087, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-05 18:05:26', '2010-08-05 23:05:26', 'Terri - I couldn\'t agree more. Effective communication is key for leaders who coach. In the bigger picture, critical for everyone.  Thank you for your comment.', 0, '1', '', '', 7016, 250),
(7023, 3087, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-05 18:07:54', '2010-08-05 23:07:54', 'Great point, Mark. Having a coach can certainly assist in preparing you to be a coach. Thank you.', 0, '1', '', '', 7017, 250),
(7024, 3093, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Development Carnival – Fail Style #LeadChange -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-development-carnival-fail-style/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-02 07:59:52', '2010-08-02 12:59:52', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Tanmay Vora and others. Tanmay Vora said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: New post: Leadership Development Carnival – Fail Style http://bit.ly/bHkqYg #leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7025, 3111, 'Tweets that mention DIY Leadership | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/diy-leadership/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-05 08:23:12', '2010-08-05 13:23:12', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry and others. Vicky Henry said: New Post: DIY Leadership http://bit.ly/asS0Lr (via <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7026, 3111, 'Bruno Coelho', 'bcoelho2000@gmail.com', 'http://bcoelho2000.blogspot.com', '194.79.89.96', '2010-08-05 09:33:54', '2010-08-05 14:33:54', 'Thank you Jane for this article! Too many leaders forget that, as you said, true leadership starts with the leader itself.\n\nIt involves answering three, simple to ask but hard to answer, questions:\n\n1. Who you are?\n2. Whose you are?\n3. Are you the example?\n\nOne great example of a leader that changed the world is Jesus Christ. Here\'s how he answered those three questions.\n\nWho you are is knowing your strengths and weaknesses, the vision of what you\'re trying to achieve, your mission to achieve it and the values that will guide your journey.\nToo many are trying to lead other without even knowing who they are and where they\'re going.\n\nJesus know exactly who He was and what His mission was.\n\"Just as the Son of man came, not to be ministered to, but to minister and to give his soul a ransom in exchange for many\" - Mt 20:28\n\nWhose you are is knowing who you\'re trying to please. What\'s your main audience in your life? This thought can restore you focus instantly on what matters most.\n\nOnce again, Jesus knew very clearly whose He was:\n\"I cannot do a single thing of my own initiative; just as I hear, I judge; and the judgment that I render is righteous, because I seek, not my own will, but the will of him that sent me.\" Jo 5:30\n\nAbove all, you have to be the example of what you\'re trying to accomplish as a leader to be effective.\n\nJesus leadership style was based on leading by example. How different is the leadership style of most leaders today. Jesus had a message for them:\n\n\"Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Allow me to extract the straw from your eye’; when, look! a rafter is in your own eye? Hypocrite! First extract the rafter from your own eye, and then you will see clearly how to extract the straw from your brother’s eye.\" Mt 7:4-5\n\nI really hope that we can take this information, apply it in our lives and change the world!\n\nBest regards,\nBruno Coelho', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7027, 3111, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-05 11:19:24', '2010-08-05 16:19:24', 'Jane - wonderful article.  Self awareness and understanding is paramount to leading. I have reported to more than one Pres/CEO of large organizations who had blind spots when it came to the impact of their own words and behaviors. If they haven\'t been developed to remain constantly aware of how they are evolving, based on responsibility, accountability, etc., they easily lose sight of the ripple effects they create. I\'m passing this on to a few people who will find it extremely relevant and useful.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 250),
(7028, 3111, 'Heath Davis Havlick', 'hhavlick@hrmarketer.com', 'http://www.hrmarketer.com', '75.149.52.82', '2010-08-05 16:35:43', '2010-08-05 21:35:43', 'You\'re right: self-reflection can be pretty scary!  But I believe it was Socrates (correct me if I\'m wrong!) who said that the unexamined life is not worth living.  We owe it to ourselves as much as to our employees to know who we are.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7029, 3111, 'Dan (Leadership Freak)', 'dan@leadershipfreak.com', 'http://leadershipfreak.wordpress.com', '174.55.208.221', '2010-08-05 18:06:55', '2010-08-05 23:06:55', 'Jane,\n\nHere\'s what I\'m taking from this post: \"Knowing your weakness is really strength.\"\n\nI just love that statement. I\'m not forgetting it.\n\n\nThanks for your article. It\'s filled with experience and wisdom.\n\nBest to you,\n\nDan', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7030, 3111, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-08-09 10:31:54', '2010-08-09 15:31:54', 'Bruno – Getting in touch with one’s core strengths – and weaknesses – is indeed fundamental to effective and meaningful leadership of self and others. Love your inspirational hope that character-based leaders do change the world…starting with ourselves!', 0, '1', '', '', 7026, 251),
(7031, 3111, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-08-09 10:34:01', '2010-08-09 15:34:01', 'Teri – Thanks much for your kind words about the article.  Your observation that the blind spots we have about ourselves creating ripple effects within the organization and with others is spot on.  Many leaders aren’t aware of the pebbles they’ve dropped into the pond. Sounds like you are providing good coaching and counsel to folks with awareness blind spots!', 0, '1', '', '', 7027, 251),
(7032, 3111, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-08-09 10:35:20', '2010-08-09 15:35:20', 'Heath –\n\nNo correction needed -- it was indeed Socrates who said the unexamined life isn’t worth living! Self-reflection, combined with self-awareness, allows us to connect with ourselves and then use that knowledge/wisdom to connect with, lead and inspire others! You are so right that we owe it to ourselves and to others to make this happen.', 0, '1', '', '', 7028, 251),
(7033, 3111, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-08-09 10:36:22', '2010-08-09 15:36:22', 'Dan – I so love it when a “thought nugget” jumps out so you can grab it and make it your own! Now you can add to the ripples – in a most positive way – that Teri talked about. Smiles and thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 7029, 251),
(7034, 3111, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-08-09 10:37:01', '2010-08-09 15:37:01', 'Big smiles and bigger thanks to all for sharing so generously!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 251),
(7035, 3111, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://people-equation.com', '69.208.82.130', '2010-08-10 12:01:06', '2010-08-10 17:01:06', 'Jane,\n\nThis is my six-year olds favorite song!  Why? I have no idea, but the other day, I tried to explain (in six-year-old terms) what the song means. Perhap she is a character-based leader in training? :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7036, 3142, 'Tweets that mention Growing Self-Leadership | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/growing-self-leadership/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-06 15:33:40', '2010-08-06 20:33:40', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr.. Mike Henry Sr. said: Growing Self-Leadership | #LeadChange post http://bit.ly/bUrNmZ [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7037, 3142, 'Sharon Eden', 'sharon@sharoneden.biz', 'http://www.sharoneden.biz', '86.177.250.172', '2010-08-06 16:20:21', '2010-08-06 21:20:21', 'Interesting post Mike.  The way I also come at\nit is to help people develop inner leadership\nthrough personal development... the essence\nof being able to take response-ability for\nthe \'gap\'.\n\nDeveloping objective self-awareness and strong,\nskilful and good use of will for themselves, enables\npeople to apply them in the workplace.  With a\nsoupcon of purpose, passion and power for the\ncreativity!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7038, 3142, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-06 16:34:05', '2010-08-06 21:34:05', 'Thanks Sharon. In a way I\'m trying to start the conversation.  So often we tell people how to lead and they never actually develop an appreciation for their own ability to affect the gap.  You\'re right to talk about the self-awareness required.  Thanks for the great comment.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7037, 243),
(7039, 3142, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '118.173.86.129', '2010-08-07 02:17:38', '2010-08-07 07:17:38', 'Hi Mike, it\'s a nice post is this one, thank you for it.\n\nI had a coffee this morning with a youth member I\'m mentoring and something akin to this topic was brought up (training in self-leadership).\n\nI see it very much to do with the strength of relationship between the one in development and the one doing the \'training\', and the motives for the relationship.\n\nIn a nutshell, if as his trainer/mentor, my objective is his conformity to my performance expectations for him, his capacity to grow and make his own responsible decisions has been capped. If he grows at all, it will be my way and not his. Accountability also becomes a chore rather than a growth exercise, which puts a cap on the ability for the relationship to develop also.\n\nOn the other hand, if my motive is about him growing to be all he\'s going to be, and to make responsible decisions out of who he is (and not who I am), then his capacity to grow is uncapped by me and only bound by his current perceptions of his ability. Accountability is borne out of relationship of mutual trust, respect and a desire for growth. And as a mentor, I am now an encourager and a sounding board. I challenge him to stretch himself and I inspire him to press onward.\n\nI guess what I\'m trying to say, Mike, is that I agree with you!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7040, 3142, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-07 15:50:00', '2010-08-07 20:50:00', 'You actually said some parts of it better.  I like how you suggest that his capacity has been capped by your objective.  Hopefully, if he\'s a soon-to-be great self-leader, he\'ll hit a poor mentor\'s cap (certainly not you!) and bust through it.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7039, 243),
(7041, 3142, 'Ericka Hines', 'ericka@socialchangediva.com', 'http://www.socialchangediva.com', '71.178.146.43', '2010-08-08 20:16:29', '2010-08-09 01:16:29', 'Mike-\n\nI think that you have hit on what I posit is the first step of leadership which is leadership of self. B/c it requires the work on oneself, I think that it is often looked over as being important.  But I think that it is essential in the work of a leader to have figured out themselves as a leader--what type of leader they want to be, how they want to lead, what type of leadership is necessary.   I also think that you describe the creative tension  ( big peter senge fan) that exists for self leadership which is \" what type of leader am I now and what type could I be\" with the right ( coaching, training, development).  Clearly you have hit a sweet spot for my work as a leadership development practiioner.  And one of the ways that I have been selling \" self leadership to my clients\" is to say \" listen if you learn how to lead yourself, your leadership becomes portable and its not reliant on a title or a role. \" seems to resonate.\n\nEricka Hines', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7042, 3142, '&#8230; Operation Self-Leader Development &laquo; Leadership Ignite', '', 'http://leadershipignite.wordpress.com/2010/08/09/operation-self-leader-development/', '66.135.48.240', '2010-08-09 05:59:24', '2010-08-09 10:59:24', '[...] ** You can find Mike Henry’s article on “Growing Self-Leadership” here http://leadchangegroup.com/growing-self-leadership/ [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7043, 3142, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.243', '2010-08-09 06:26:04', '2010-08-09 11:26:04', 'Thanks Mike, you\'re too kind!\n\nYour post have provoked some more thoughts, which I\'ve posted on my \"Leadership Ignite\" blog http://wp.me/pQDFE-1B. Naturally, you\'re more than welcome to take a look.\n\nDavid.', 0, '1', '', '', 7040, 0),
(7044, 3142, 'William Powell', 'william@williampowellcoaching.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/williampowell/', '184.57.165.110', '2010-08-09 08:13:34', '2010-08-09 13:13:34', 'I\'m so happy you have opened this conversation, Mike. This is, in essence, part and parcel of what I do. A favorite mantra of mine is, \"Out of who we are, we do\". We can\'t do leadership well unless we are a person who leads ourselves well first. It\'s pretty tough to lead someone to a place that one has not yet been themselves.\n\nI\'m a firm believer that understanding and developing a healthy and strong belief system is the foundation for quality self leadership. It\'s this type of self awareness that allows us to move forward as leaders. Nice to see the conversation evolve around this important subject!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 260),
(7045, 3142, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-09 09:42:11', '2010-08-09 14:42:11', 'William, thanks for the great comment.  I like that quote of yours too.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7044, 243),
(7046, 3142, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-09 09:45:17', '2010-08-09 14:45:17', 'That\'s a nice response.  It points out the contrasts between the directed way and the guided way of building leaders.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7043, 243),
(7047, 3142, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-09 09:47:44', '2010-08-09 14:47:44', 'Thanks Ericka for expounding on the topic.  I think you added considerable value.  Many of us got our first \"position\" focusing on the people we were to lead.  And only after some failure or being failed by other leaders do we start to see that the solution is in us.  Thanks again.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7041, 243),
(7048, 3142, 'TECH4BUZINESS : Growing Self-Leadership &#8211; Lead Change Group | Tech4buziness &#8211; Eng', '', '', '76.74.255.104', '2010-08-10 23:34:18', '2010-08-11 04:34:18', '[...] Publicly endorse the behavior of individuals who take steps 1-4.   via leadchangegroup.com [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7049, 3198, 'Tweets that mention Benefits of Teamwork | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/benefits-of-teamwork/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-09 10:51:07', '2010-08-09 15:51:07', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: Benefits of Teamwork http://bit.ly/cJc5nb [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7050, 3198, 'Amber Cleveland', 'amberiu99@gmail.com', 'http://www.SterlingHope.com', '71.254.189.52', '2010-08-10 16:00:04', '2010-08-10 21:00:04', 'I keep trying to sign-up for this and am going in circles on the website...hope the event goes well and next time I can get signed up.  Will watch for video when it\'s available.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7051, 3198, 'Kare Anderson', 'kare@sayitbetter.com', 'http://www.movingfrommetowe.com', '67.161.68.114', '2010-08-12 15:43:41', '2010-08-12 20:43:41', 'In this increasingly complex, connected world more people will be forming self-organized project teams so you insights are especially needed. We believe it helps to have a sweet spot of mutual benefit, no extra members, rules of engagement and a top, actionable goal as I describe here\nhttp://www.movingfrommetowe.com/2009/01/19/build-strong-teams-the-obama-way/', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7052, 3198, 'Kare Anderson', 'kare@sayitbetter.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/kareanderson/', '67.161.68.114', '2010-08-13 09:55:06', '2010-08-13 14:55:06', 'How timely to be discussing this topic. In this increasingly complex, connected and bottom-up world one of the most valuable kinds of teamwork is the self-organized project team.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7053, 3204, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-jacqui-barrett-poindexter/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-10 06:40:22', '2010-08-10 11:40:22', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Martin Haworth. Martin Haworth said: Meet LeadChange Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter http://bit.ly/bupE2u [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7054, 3214, 'Tweets that mention Leadership and The Well-Considered Life | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-and-the-well-considered-life/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-10 06:46:10', '2010-08-10 11:46:10', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Samantha Strauss. Samantha Strauss said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Leadership and The Well-Considered Life by <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@JenniferVMiller</a> #LeadChange blog http://bit.ly/bzxp1t [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7055, 3214, 'Dan (Leadership Freak)', 'dan@leadershipfreak.com', 'http://leadershipfreak.wordpress.com', '72.20.220.247', '2010-08-10 09:15:30', '2010-08-10 14:15:30', 'Jennifer,\n\nThanks for your post. Love the distinction and the combination of two great ideas.\n\nI\'ll toss this out for #2.  I\'ve adopted the approach of following success. If something is working then do more of it. I know it\'s not always the best approach but it serves me well.\n\nFollow your success.\n\nLeadership Freak\n\nDan Rockwell', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7056, 3214, 'Chris Oestereich', 'costrike@gmail.com', 'http://right-brainedpm.com', '169.155.33.1', '2010-08-10 09:37:48', '2010-08-10 14:37:48', 'I found Brooks\' article to be timely and poignant and appreciated your pointing out that the two lives offered do not have to be mutually exclusive paths.  Clayton Christensen wrote a companion piece, \"How Will You Measure Your Life?\" on the HBR site.  It\'s well worth reading: http://hbr.org/2010/07/how-will-you-measure-your-life/ar/1\nThank you,\n\nChris Oestereich\nThe Right-Brained PM', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7057, 3214, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://people-equation.com', '69.208.82.130', '2010-08-10 12:07:58', '2010-08-10 17:07:58', 'Thanks, Dan and Chris, for joining the conversation.\n\nWhat struck me was-- there is so much talk about \"purpose\"-- and for me, that just doesn\'t \"do it\" for me, as a person.  I don\'t feel the  need to be able to say, \"My purpose is XYZ and here\'s how I work towards achieving that purpose every day.\"  Even so, I think my life has direction and clarity and that I\'m doing \"good work\".  So the Summoned Life appealed to me as a philosophy, even though I respect and also need aspects of the Well-Planned Life.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7058, 3214, 'Lori Meyer', 'meyer.communications@gmail.com', '', '75.210.252.193', '2010-08-11 13:02:17', '2010-08-11 18:02:17', 'Thanks very much for this wise and informative post, which reminds us that a well-considered life requires each of us to look upward and outward -- beyond the calendar, the planner, and the smartphone. Great food for thought!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7059, 3228, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Character Episode 2 Vision with Steve Keating | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-character-episode-2-vision-with-steve-keating/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-10 15:37:40', '2010-08-10 20:37:40', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Martin Haworth. Martin Haworth said: Leadership Character Episode 2 Vision with Steve Keating http://bit.ly/a1E2ZE [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7060, 3237, 'Tweets that mention What Does it Take to ReImagine Work Relationships? Part 1 | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/reimagine-work-relationships-1/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-11 08:39:36', '2010-08-11 13:39:36', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Sonia Di Maulo, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: What Does it Take to ReImagine Work Relationships? Part 1 http://bit.ly/chkrqC [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7061, 3237, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '118.173.77.253', '2010-08-11 10:49:34', '2010-08-11 15:49:34', 'Some nice points Mary, it\'s true that many business leaders have resorted to functional management only, with very little attention to the art of leadership-by-character and values.\n\nI don\'t strictly see those in charge as having \'lost their way\', I just see it as them not being able, for whatever reason, to take leadership to the next level. Whether it be due to the increased intensity of work these days, or just an inability to break out of a functional culture, many of \'those in charge\' seem to be unable to go beyond transactional exchanges, even when the people are crying out for so much more.\n\nI just wonder whether, if they took their foot off the gas for a moment, leaders would see the wealth of creativity around them. I also wonder whether, if they noticed this untapped potential, these leaders would actually begin to value relationship over performance.\n\nMaybe if they did that, the results would come anyway.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
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(7062, 3237, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '69.253.57.214', '2010-08-12 11:38:31', '2010-08-12 16:38:31', 'Thanks Dave, for the comments.  Yes, saying they\'ve \"lost their way\" may not be precisely accurate.  I think I used that phrase because it strikes me that there are good people out there who are so caught up in the pressure to get more done they don\'t deliberately stand back to regroup and ask themselves is this the person they want to be, while doing their jobs.  It seems to me they are caught up in a contrived world of priorities that will only perpetuate the rate race.\n\nI\'m not criticizing.  The pressure is ON, and a person\'s job might be at stake if they take a stand on being more connected (Human) than transactional.\n\nIt pains me because, just as you said, if leaders would \"see the wealth of creativity around them. I also wonder whether, if they noticed this untapped potential, these leaders would actually begin to value relationship over performance.\"  I\'m hoping we can create a critical mass around this thought.\n\nI\'ll say more about all of this in Part 2.  Thanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(7063, 3237, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '118.173.113.46', '2010-08-12 23:04:05', '2010-08-13 04:04:05', 'Appreciate the reply Mary.\n\nJust thinking out loud, wouldn\'t it make a fascinating study to ask this transactional group just what prevents them from engaging with the \'untapped potential\' in the ranks.\n\nI\'m guessing that answers would include the assumptions we\'ve made, plus other reasons such as fear of losing credibility, traditional expectations on the leader-as-decision-maker, boardroom exclusivity, too much emphasis on upward accountability, etc...\n\nI\'m sure the answers would lead us back to the fact that leadership at all levels is a critical skill that simply cannot be neglected at any cost.', 0, '1', '', '', 7062, 0),
(7064, 3237, 'What Does it Take to ReImagine Work Relationships? Part 2 | Lead Change Group', '', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/what-does-it-take-to-reimagine-work-relationships-part-2/', '174.121.64.152', '2010-10-30 21:11:56', '2010-10-31 02:11:56', '[...] Does it Take to ReImagine Work Relationships? Part 2 Posted on August 17, 2010 by Mary C SchaeferPart 1 of this post concluded with the question, “What would your ideal work culture look like?”  Here’s an [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7065, 3252, 'Tweets that mention Servant Leadership: Now in 3D | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/servant-leadership-3d/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-12 07:26:42', '2010-08-12 12:26:42', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: Servant Leadership: Now in 3D http://bit.ly/d82p0X [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7066, 3252, 'Kelly Ketelboeter', 'kelly@theexperiencefactor.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/ketelboeterpr/', '99.63.206.87', '2010-08-12 10:56:51', '2010-08-12 15:56:51', 'Hi Tristan,\n\nWhat a fantastic post!  I love the parallels you made between leadership and Toy Story 3.  It\'s amazing how many leadership lessons surround us everyday.  The key is being open to learning and seeing the lessons.\n\nYou hit on a very important point and one that is near and dear to my heart, empathy.  Empathy is an under-rated and under-utilized skill in today\'s organizations and society as a whole.  A little empathy can go a long way in leading others as well as serving others.\n\nThanks for sharing!\nKelly', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7067, 3252, 'Tweets that mention Servant Leadership: Now in 3D | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fservant-leadership-3d%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dtwitter&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-12 11:17:16', '2010-08-12 16:17:16', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Kelly Ketelboeter, Sveta Kai. Sveta Kai said: Servant #Leadership: Now in 3D: http://bit.ly/c81RhL (via <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@knowledgebishop</a>) #leadchange http://goo.gl/fb/UVzPg [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7068, 3252, 'Lori Meyer', 'meyer.communications@gmail.com', '', '75.210.227.229', '2010-08-12 13:12:56', '2010-08-12 18:12:56', 'Thanks very much for this great post, Tristan...a superb teaching moment for us all, as you remind of us of a critical but often overlooked principle of leadership: That service is the ultimate engine that drives leadership, and that is what empowers us all.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7069, 3252, 'knowledgebishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '143.127.128.10', '2010-08-13 09:21:43', '2010-08-13 14:21:43', 'Thank you so much, Kelly! I too believe empathy is the key to golden-rule leadership. I\'m excited about what we can learn from one another, and what we can bring as a group into the workplace.', 0, '1', '', '', 7066, 253),
(7070, 3252, 'knowledgebishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '143.127.128.10', '2010-08-13 09:22:53', '2010-08-13 14:22:53', 'I appreciate your input and kind words, Lori, thank you! Yes, leadership that springs from a servant-heart brings long-term growth. I see so much of that perspective here on Lead Change, and I\'m delighted to be a member.', 0, '1', '', '', 7068, 253),
(7071, 3252, 'Teri Aulph', 'teriaulphconsulting@me.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/teriaulph/', '68.0.114.121', '2010-08-14 22:56:24', '2010-08-15 03:56:24', 'Tristan - I love this article!  Very creative, well-written and compelling. I couldn\'t agree more regarding the importance of empathy for leaders.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 250),
(7072, 3252, 'Tweets that mention Servant Leadership: Now in 3D | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fservant-leadership-3d%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dlinkedin&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-15 10:50:57', '2010-08-15 15:50:57', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., RTweetable. RTweetable said: Do you often see parallels in leadership models and the movies? http://lnkd.in/r4eJe2 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7073, 3252, 'Tristan Bishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '99.61.15.86', '2010-08-15 21:30:29', '2010-08-16 02:30:29', 'I\'m grateful for your affirming input, Teri. Thanks so much for your encouragement. I look forward to watching our collective focus on character-based leadership make significant impact in the days ahead.', 0, '1', '', '', 7071, 253),
(7074, 3252, 'The Honor of New Audiences &laquo; KnowledgeBishop&#039;s Mission', '', 'http://knowledgebishop.wordpress.com/2010/08/16/the-honor-of-new-audiences/', '74.200.247.112', '2010-08-15 21:51:42', '2010-08-16 02:51:42', '[...] the middle of the week, I was honored to have my &#8220;Servant Leadership&#8221; post picked up by one of my favorite blogs in the entire world: Lead Change Group, led by [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7075, 3252, 'Servant Leadership Observer - September 2010', '', 'http://modernservantleader.com/servant-leadership/servant-leadership-observer-september-2010/', '199.27.128.107', '2010-09-13 07:13:01', '2010-09-13 12:13:01', '[...] LeadChangeGroup: Servant Leadership Now in 3D Tristan Bishop had a great perspective on Toy Story 3 &#8211; the Servant Leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7076, 3252, 'Lights! Camera! Leadership? | Lead Change Group', '', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/lights-camera-leadership-2/', '174.121.64.152', '2010-10-12 07:59:01', '2010-10-12 12:59:01', '[...] too. Tristan Bishop said Woody in Toy Story 3 is an authentic, servant leader.  He even wrote a blog post about it on the Lead Change’s blog.  Rusti-Ann Blanke suggested Frodo in Lord of the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7077, 3252, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.212.242', '2011-01-10 19:41:11', '2011-01-11 01:41:11', 'What a great example to draw from in showing what servant leadership looks like in action!\n\nYou are a wonderful writer Tristan.  I enjoy reading whatever you write!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7078, 3270, 'Tweets that mention Simple Encouragement | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/simple-encouragement/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-13 09:51:36', '2010-08-13 14:51:36', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Martin Haworth, Son Nguyen, PMP, RMP and others. Son Nguyen, PMP, RMP said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mphcoach/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mphcoach</a>: Simple Encouragement http://bit.ly/cnLTDa [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7079, 3270, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '69.253.57.214', '2010-08-13 10:28:46', '2010-08-13 15:28:46', 'Great post, Thomas.  I really liked: \"Servant leaders cherish people in the context of intimate relationships.\"\n\nMy 5 words are: confident, authentic, idealistic, \"can do\" attitude, human', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(7080, 3270, 'Thomas Waterhouse', 'tdwclients@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/encouraging/', '68.200.233.243', '2010-08-13 11:13:09', '2010-08-13 16:13:09', 'Thank you for your comment Mary! Yes, I think \"cherishing\" and \"intimacy\" are powerful keys to leadership. They open the door to the three prongs of Simple Encouragement® ~ \"Speaking life to potential, healing, to pain, and light to darkness\". You (and others) may enjoy my brief article titled \"Cherish\" over at my website. It is the January 9, 2010 post. It\'s a blessing that someone treated you in a \"confident, authentic, idealistic, \'can do\', and human\" way. That likely makes you a confident, authentic, idealistic, humane person with a \"can do\" attitude! :)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 254),
(7081, 3270, 'Tweets that mention Simple Encouragement | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fsimple-encouragement%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dtwitter&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-14 08:55:06', '2010-08-14 13:55:06', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Lolly Daskal and Mike Henry Sr., Sarah Joy Albrecht. Sarah Joy Albrecht said: Excellent! RT @LollyDaskal: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Simple Encouragement by <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/encouraging/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@Encouraging</a> http://t.co/F0Xqdo2 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7082, 2927, 'Mary Jo Asmus', 'mary.jo.asmus@aspire-cs.com', 'http://www.aspire-cs.com', '97.92.34.222', '2010-08-23 08:23:11', '2010-08-23 13:23:11', 'Hi Mike,\n\nThanks for another thought provoking post.\n\nI often think that we under estimate the power of followership, particularly in a democratic society; whether we are speaking of the power to vote or the power to tell it like it is in our organizations.\n\nFollowers are every bit as responsible for bad (or good) leadership as the leaders themselves. I wrote about this here: http://www.aspire-cs.com/how-we-might-all-be-responsible-for-bad-leadership .', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7083, 2927, 'perry', 'maughmer@gmail.com', '', '66.194.48.46', '2010-08-23 11:12:55', '2010-08-23 16:12:55', 'Mike,\n\nGreat points and I would agree with Mary Jo that true \"followership\" is undervalued as ALL OF US are followers in some respect (or should be).  No one operates as their own boss as we are all accountable to someone.  The best leaders understand that they are accountable to those they have the privilege of leading and act accordingly.  In fact, there is the theory that those who cannot follow cannot lead and I would tend to agree with that.\nI loved Godin\'s book and think it is a great point of view that would benefit all of us to consider and it also dovetails nicely into a simple definition of leadership...influence.  If we considered that anyone who influences leads, they we all bear the burden and then it simply becomes...are we a positive or negative influence?  It also takes \"positional leadership\" out of the question as it changes the paradigm to not what you do but how you do it.\nNo one has to wait to lead, all you have to do is accept that you can and are you building up or tearing down.\nThanks for the great post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7084, 2927, 'Peter A. Mello', 'editor@weeklyleader.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/petermello/', '98.229.16.179', '2010-08-23 14:16:31', '2010-08-23 19:16:31', 'I really don\'t understand why so many people think there is something bad about the word \"follow\" or the act of following. It\'s really all about influence, isn\'t it? When we exercise leadership we influence others and when we follow we are influenced by others.\n\nLike so many words, it\'s how we modify them that gives them meaning. Granted following \"blindly\" is definitely not a good thing, but \"learning\" is following in an intelligently, inquisitive fashion.\n\nOn the day he was assassinated, President John F. Kennedy was to deliver a speech which included the quote \"leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.\" It\'s awful difficult to learn, and therefore lead, without following.\n\nVery, very few, if any, can claim that they are leaders only. In fact, I believe that most of us follow a heck of a lot more than we lead.\n\nTo blindly follow is bad. To follow, not so bad.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7085, 2927, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-23 15:11:35', '2010-08-23 20:11:35', 'Mary Jo,\n\nThanks for the comment and the link.  We get the worst leaders we will tolerate.  Whatever compromises we allow in our leaders typically comes back to haunt.\n\nAnd we all follow.  We all live in a society that requires us to subordinate our interests to the law and the common good.  We want responsible, capable people who contribute to the effort rather than someone who makes compromises because of fear or convenience.  Like you said in your post, it is an act of leadership to step up and act.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7082, 243),
(7086, 2927, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-23 15:15:16', '2010-08-23 20:15:16', 'I agree with you Peter.  We do follow more than we lead.  But the rebel in me wants to remember that I do it by choice.  It is a choice and I therefore must be responsible (not blind) for my efforts and their outcomes.  We need informed contributors, not passive victims.  Learning in order to be an informed follower is an act of self-leadership, too.', 0, '1', '', '', 7084, 243),
(7087, 2927, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-24 18:25:52', '2010-08-24 23:25:52', 'Thanks Perry for the great comment.  You always have some quotable things in your responses.  I especially liked that no one has to wait to lead.  We either are leading by building up or tearing down.  Well said.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7083, 243),
(7088, 2927, 'Gordon Clogston', 'gclogston@leadershipcourseware.com', 'http://www.leadershipcourseware.com/blog', '66.7.166.18', '2010-08-25 10:49:52', '2010-08-25 15:49:52', 'In rigidly hierarchical systems, i.e. military organizations, to be a follower is mandated. At the same time, their structure and reward systems are based on promotions with the intent of moving qualified, experienced individuals into positions of leadership so that they can help others to learn. That might be clear from the leader\'s perspective. Not so much from the private who is out picking up cigarette butts and other litter that he/she did not discard. There are many such structures and it may be their influence that is promoting the challenges to followership.\n\nIt is as you indicated in your article, all about words. We seem to have put a negative connotation on the words, follow, following, and followers. And  yet, as Peter pointed out, it is really more about influence. We are either the one influencing or the one being influenced. And as Peter pointed out being blindly influenced or worse yet, manipulated (and I am purposefully using the most negative connotation here) is not the same thing as being influenced in a cooperative, productive, and positive way.\n\nIt is my experience and my belief that well balanced organizations and teams allow for a sharing of leadership. Depending on the needs of the moment any one member may be in possession of knowledge or skills that would allow them to be the primary source of influence. Yes, there may be one member who has the positional power to approve the ultimate course of action, but everyone has the capacity if allowed, to contribute and therefore influence the thinking of others. In such environments we are all leaders and we are all followers depending on the circumstances of the moment.\n\nVery interesting, thought-provoking article, Mike. Keep them coming.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7089, 2927, 'Michael Felberbaum', 'michael@numespot.com', '', '24.91.235.131', '2010-08-31 09:36:22', '2010-08-31 14:36:22', 'Mike,\nI\'ve read a few of your blog posts and I like your work.  Your emphasis on words is very important as so much of leadership is about communication.  Some thoughts:\n\nA leader is out in front, a follower is behind.  Why be behind?  Sometimes I think about the doctors nurses that cared for my wife while she was in the hospital for a month.  We were certainly following their lead and we were happy to do so.\n\nA follower is a support, a leader is alone.  Why follow?  There are many other people with you, a whole community.  I think about great artists who struggle to find their voice in their work.  And I think about all the people who listen to their music and sing their songs, or enjoy their paintings or shows.  Who is happier?\n\nLeadership has no inherent value in my book.  It\'s about being out in front in a decision-making capacity.  Still, it\'s a role like any other -- manager, contributor, author, mom, dad.  What matters is how one relates in the role, how one serves the capacity.  That\'s why I like your notion of character-based leadership.\n\nAll best,\nMichael', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7090, 2927, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-31 09:44:18', '2010-08-31 14:44:18', 'Michael, thanks for the comment.  I think we\'re agreeing with different verbiage.  The roles must exist.  But I don\'t think we want to have people \"following\" us who can\'t do anything else.  Choosing to be a great follower for a time is the act of a character-based leader.  They\'re leading themselves to perform in a way that serves themselves and others.   Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7089, 243),
(7091, 2927, 'Tim', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://timmilburn.com', '71.38.84.249', '2010-09-26 11:51:03', '2010-09-26 16:51:03', 'My opinion is the role of follower is a role of influence much like the role of leader. The follower will influence others in that they see and experience the follower\'s life moving in a certain direction. That direction may have been prescribed by the leader. But the follower chooses to follow that direction. This in and of itself may be a more powerful form of influence in some situations than being the leader. This is why testimonials can be so powerful. They speak of someone\'s willingness to follow someone else\'s idea. A leader may have written the book, but it\'s often all of the people who say it\'s a great book that gets you to read it.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7092, 2927, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-09-27 18:43:57', '2010-09-27 23:43:57', 'Tim, thanks for the great comment.  The role of \"follower\" is important, but not less or more than that of leader.  We need people to follow, but we don\'t need them to stop leading.  We need people who serve as followers yet retain their ability to think for themselves and bring their ideas and their best energy to the situation.  Thanks for the great twist on the post.', 0, '1', '', '', 7091, 243),
(7093, 2927, 'Ted Kusio', 'ted@hireted.biz', '', '204.145.76.82', '2011-03-15 14:19:07', '2011-03-15 19:19:07', 'This is awesome....still today.\n\nI recently was in a situation where many people (mostly, I believe, \"middle managers\") were making LOTS of changes to something, but no one was making it better. Instead their many, many changes made things worse.\n\nSo not only were they not leading, but they were following each other in circles.\n\nYeesh.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7094, 2927, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2011-03-15 14:24:13', '2011-03-15 19:24:13', 'Thanks for the comment.  There is an art to contributing or collaborating.  There is little art to following and no art to leading when others aren\'t inspired and energized to participate.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7093, 243),
(7095, 2927, 'Ted Kusio', 'ted@hireted.biz', '', '204.145.76.82', '2011-03-15 14:35:51', '2011-03-15 19:35:51', 'It was all fear, I think.\n\nIf they remained silent, approved of what was there (which was as good as it could be, all things considered), then they might seem as if they didn\'t even look it over.\nIf they made BIG CHANGES, well, what if they were WRONG?\nSo they change \"this\" to \"that\" and \"now\" to \"today\" and they still have their office.\n\nI spoke up.\n\nIn one instance, well, I\'m no longer there (thankfully!).\nIn the more recent instance, I\'m so far away from the action that all that was heard was an faint, fading echo attributed to a passing fire engine.\n\nI will lead a different tribe. :)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7096, 2927, 'Follower Of One &laquo; Mike Henry Sr.', '', 'http://mikehenrysr.com/2016/03/10/follower-of-one/', '192.0.80.144', '2016-03-10 08:40:47', '2016-03-10 13:40:47', '[&#8230;] I said before, I never liked the word follower. I tend to think of followers as passive, easily led, people who fail to think for themselves or [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7097, 2927, '7 Signs It’s Time to Un-Follow a Leader', '', 'http://switchandshift.com/7-signs-its-time-to-un-follow-a-leader', '184.106.10.130', '2017-08-04 00:26:57', '2017-08-04 04:26:57', '[&#8230;] I’m not much of a “follower.”  I consider all of my influence something to be given. So I prefer to join rather than follow. And I un-join if I find the purpose or the person to be different than what I thought. For more on this, check out Of Followers and Leaders. [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7098, 3277, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange Teri Aulph | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-teri-aulph/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-13 12:11:18', '2010-08-13 17:11:18', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Michael McKinney, Shawn Murphy and Martin Haworth, connie vallejo. connie vallejo said: RT @LeadershipNow: Mike Henry Sr: Meet LeadChange Teri Aulph http://bit.ly/90xosU [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7099, 3277, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange Teri Aulph | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fmeet-leadchange-teri-aulph%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dtwitter&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-16 16:25:52', '2010-08-16 21:25:52', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Nellie. Nellie said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Meet LeadChange Teri Aulph Thursday at 3 PM Eastern http://t.co/ikAyeC8 via @AddThis [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7100, 3277, 'Mel Bost', 'melbost@gmail.com', 'http://www.melbostpmoexpert.com/', '98.178.132.26', '2010-08-20 22:35:43', '2010-08-21 03:35:43', 'Excellent interview with Teri Aulph.  She is so accomplished in so many areas that we really need to use her as a \"role model\" for many roles that are important in our community today.  An excellent \"change agent.\"\n\nWe should encourage everyone to contribute to the community through blogging and using social media to connect.\n\nMel Bost\n\nJohn Wooden once said \"It\'s what you LEARN when you know it all that really counts.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7101, 3283, 'Tweets that mention What Does it Take to ReImagine Work Relationships? Part 2 | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/what-does-it-take-to-reimagine-work-relationships-part-2/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-17 08:32:04', '2010-08-17 13:32:04', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry, Vicky Henry, Martin Haworth and others. Martin Haworth said: What Does it Take to ReImagine Work Relationships? Part 2 http://bit.ly/b5vson [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7102, 3298, 'Tweets that mention Meet LeadChange Shawn Murphy | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/meet-leadchange-shawn-murphy/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-20 06:22:02', '2010-08-20 11:22:02', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Martin Haworth. Martin Haworth said: Meet LeadChange Shawn Murphy http://bit.ly/9337dx [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7103, 3298, 'Tristan Bishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '67.97.209.36', '2010-08-26 12:28:05', '2010-08-26 17:28:05', 'Really looking forward to this, Shawn. Change Management is a huge part of the challenge in front of me each day.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 253),
(7104, 3298, 'Shawn Murphy', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/shawmu/', '99.17.7.206', '2010-08-29 23:54:36', '2010-08-30 04:54:36', 'Tristan, thank you for  your support here and on Twitter.', 0, '1', '', '', 7103, 248),
(7105, 3304, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Advisors | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/leadership-advisors-2/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-16 11:57:27', '2010-08-16 16:57:27', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Michael McKinney and Jessica Henry, Martin Haworth. Martin Haworth said: Leadership Advisors http://bit.ly/cQZwLu [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7106, 3304, 'John E. Smith', 'stratlearning@hotmail.com', 'http://strategiclearner.wordpress.com', '76.201.91.232', '2010-08-16 13:10:52', '2010-08-16 18:10:52', 'Hi, Mike - interesting post.\n\nMy initial reaction:  \"Ouch!\"  You hit awfully close to home, since I am one of those thousands of folks pouring information into the ether.\n\nYou mention the \"art and science\" of leadership and I believe that part of our problem lies with a lack of awareness of the need for both sides of that dichotomy.\n\nThe Science:\nLeaders who do not learn about current thinking in terms of leadership and management development are shorting themselves.  Depending on a few remembered phrases or lessons from a course long since gone or, even worse, using the way you were led without filter as your model are guaranteed to produce more of what we already have and that does not cut it in today\'s world.\n\nA wealth of valid research does exist and we owe it to ourselves to stay up to date.  If we can keep up with our favorite team\'s line-up and standing, we can do this as well.\n\nThe Art:\nLeaders who do not understand the non-technical part of leadership will often find themselves applying a leadership model, strategy, or technique . . . and then wondering why they are not getting the results they desire. I am not advocating that leaders are born, because I deeply believe leadership can be taught, but this is not about buying the latest book, memorizing a cute acronym, and trotting out a process or structure for all to admire.\n\nBeing able to read, respond, and effectively influence others requires self-knowledge and an ability to sense the unspoken.  We can all improve our ability to do so, but we have to first know that this need exists and then be wiling to move on it.  Not as easy as just telling people what to do and reacting to how well they do it, but infinitely more rewarding, in my opinion.\n\nUpon rereading all this, I have done a poor job of making my points, but I do look forward to what others have to offer to this discussion.\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7107, 3304, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '70.177.86.103', '2010-08-16 17:11:54', '2010-08-16 22:11:54', 'Great points Mike. At the risk of claiming this sermon is perfect for someone else and not internalizing, I think you\'re dead on. There is a plethora of \"leadership\" noise out there right now and the bulk of it as actually self-help or personal development literature posing as leadership literature because that a positive euphemism of the week.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7108, 3304, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '74.98.81.189', '2010-08-16 21:22:31', '2010-08-17 02:22:31', 'Hi John:\n\nThanks for your observations. I believe your points were clear and well thought out. I didn\'t mean to hit too close to home, as I too produce a great deal of content. That said, my thoughts were meant not only as a challenge to others, but also to myself to make sure that the content we\'re creating is not just a rehashing of outdated theory, and not just for the purposes of making a buck.\n\nIs our content valuable, credible, innovative, original, actionable, and serving a purpose other than just adding to the noise? Are we developing the practice of leadership and in the process helping to mold better leaders, or are we just pushing more hype into the market to expand a revenue stream?\n\nMy feeling is that those simply trying to build a business are the ones missing the larger opportunity of creating an impact and a legacy. Those that contribute to the latter will achieve the former, but I don\'t believe the inverse to be true.\n\nThanks again for adding to the conversation John...', 0, '1', '', '', 7106, 0),
(7109, 3304, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '74.98.81.189', '2010-08-16 21:29:00', '2010-08-17 02:29:00', 'Hi David:\n\nI agree - much of what I see masquerading as leadership content is truly spun-up personal development and self-help material. It\'s sad that the marketplace isn\'t always sophisticated enough to distinguish between the two, and even when they are that they succumb to the marketing hype. Thanks for your candid comment David.', 0, '1', '', '', 7107, 0),
(7110, 3304, 'Irma Givens', 'img@irmagivens.com', '', '75.45.232.248', '2010-08-16 23:58:28', '2010-08-17 04:58:28', 'Hi Mike,\n\nThanks for that jolt!  We all must take inventory of where we are and in which direction we are headed as an industry. The largest room in my house is the room for improvement.  We have to constantly improve.\n\nWorking to improve,\nIrma', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7111, 3304, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '202.12.74.243', '2010-08-17 04:46:52', '2010-08-17 09:46:52', 'Thanks for this post, Mike. I agree it\'s crowded out there! As a new entrant to the \'leadership advisor\" field (from industry to academia &amp; consulting), I must say it\'s initially overwhelming, then it\'s quite frustrating, and right now I\'m at the point where it\'s actually totally confusing!\n\nIt would be so much easier if people would clearly identify their position and reasons for blogging, etc (maybe on this site, we could do that even). In doing this, I\'m not saying anyone should \'ignore\' anyone else. It\'s just that then there are categories and more clarity.\n\nI think the problem is firstly that not too many are looking for a niche. It\'s all so generalized and lots of the content just echoes itself all over the place. Secondly, so much of it (as David says above) is self-help content. Some lists of advice are good, but most are basically waffle. In a book store, I think only 10-20% of the web leadership content would find itself in the leadership section!\n\nOn the subject of the lack of groundbreaking stuff, I do actually see a shift developing, but it\'s slow. I think that it responds to the times. From the 50\'s to the 80\'s hardly anything happened until the \"Transformational Leadership\" concept - and that was in response to things getting much more dynamic around that time. Shared leadership concepts came about due to an increasing need for innovation and the authentic concept is very much a response to the turmoil brought about by disappointments and a universal need for leaders to make positive impacts on the world.\n\nBut maybe there is a shift occurring, and maybe all this blogging is a symptom. It\'s just a theory I\'m throwing out, but aren\'t many of us saying that anyone can be a leader wherever they are? Are we not looking for leadership \'acts\' at every level of organizations now?\n\nI am totally with you when you say that you \"believe our world is suffering greatly due to a lack of leadership.\". It\'s serious. But perhaps what\'s happening is that people are making attempts to respond but because of a lack of leadership knowledge they\'re grasping at stuff - hence the leadership self-help...\n\nJust thinking out loud.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7112, 3304, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '74.98.81.189', '2010-08-17 13:51:12', '2010-08-17 18:51:12', 'Love this: \"The largest room in my house is the room for improvement.\" Thanks Irma...', 0, '1', '', '', 7110, 0),
(7113, 3304, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '74.98.81.189', '2010-08-17 14:18:49', '2010-08-17 19:18:49', 'Hi David:\n\nThis is a great forum for thinking out loud, and thank you for doing so.\n\nI\'m rooting for you to succeed as you enter this field. I don\'t really view anyone in the leadership field as a competitor, but rather as a peer and/or colleague. There is plenty of market demand, and plenty of need for forward thinking professionals looking to make a difference.\n\nYou bring up an interesting question as a new entrant into the leadership advisor space - how does one go about establishing their practice amongst all the noise? In talking with others who have been at this a while, we are mostly in agreement that there are too many qualified advisors struggling while too many who lack depth, but happen to be savvy marketers seem to be prospering. While this inverted relationship tends to give the industry a bit of a black-eye in the near-term, the good news is that it also serves as a macro-economic warning sign that a weeding-out process is looming in the future.\n\nWhile we\'re waiting for the needed consolidation mentioned above to occur, it\'s worth noting that the problem isn\'t with a lack of accessible knowledge from qualified advisors when it comes to leadership, but rather confusion as to where to find it. You see, it is those practicing in our space without said knowledge that create confusion for those in desperate need of it.\n\nI\'m thankful to Mike Henry for creating a forum such as this where we can help one another work through some of the issues being discussed in this thread.\n\nThanks for your candor David.', 0, '1', '', '', 7111, 0),
(7114, 3329, 'Tweets that mention Build the Community in 5 Minutes a Day | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/build-the-community-in-5-minutes-a-day/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-16 22:06:04', '2010-08-17 03:06:04', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr. and Tara R. Alemany, David Weale. David Weale said: Qualireadable must read! “<a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Build the #LeadChange Community in 5 Minutes a Day http://bit.ly/9caWl8” [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7115, 3329, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '69.253.50.18', '2010-08-17 09:45:54', '2010-08-17 14:45:54', 'Mike, excellent idea to post this how-to video and promote (and make easy) connecting with the intention of the LeadChange community.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(7116, 3343, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/', '66.177.212.242', '2010-08-18 08:34:52', '2010-08-18 13:34:52', 'Very rich with insights Jane.  I particularly love this quote by Ken Blanchard - \"feedback is the breakfast of champions\".  Loved the post on lessons learned from fishing that stimulated this one too!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 244),
(7117, 3343, 'Tweets that mention Serving Up Those Leadership Lessons from Fishing | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/serving-leadership-lessons-from-fishing/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-18 11:24:35', '2010-08-18 16:24:35', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Martin Zwilling, Mike Henry Sr., Mike Henry Sr., Susan Mazza, Kevin W. Grossman and others. Kevin W. Grossman said: RT @ReadyTOFeedBack: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Serving Up Those Leadership Lessons from Fishing by @thehrgoddess #LeadChange http://bit.ly/aNoyqa [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7118, 3343, 'Tweets that mention Serving Up Those Leadership Lessons from Fishing | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fserving-leadership-lessons-from-fishing%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dlinkedin&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-18 12:16:47', '2010-08-18 17:16:47', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Susan Mazza and Meredith Bell, Susan Steinbrecher. Susan Steinbrecher said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Today&#039;s #LeadChange post is by @thehrgoddess - What do Failure, Community and Feedback have to do with Fishing? http://lnkd.in/m_m_jk [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7119, 3343, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', '', '76.23.122.90', '2010-08-19 06:56:45', '2010-08-19 11:56:45', 'Susan - never dreamed that fishing could be a rich source of inspiration, who knew. Touched by your kind words...mean a lot!', 0, '1', '', '', 7116, 0),
(7120, 3343, 'Deb Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', '', '98.85.97.146', '2010-08-19 22:14:37', '2010-08-20 03:14:37', 'A thoughtful post Jane.  It is sometimes so hard to find the learning in the center of the mistake. I have always believed this one thing about mistakes.\n\nDespite our best efforts, mistakes happen.  What you do next says everything about you.\n\nThank you for your insights.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7121, 3343, 'Serving Up Those Leadership Lessons from Fishing &laquo; Get Your Leadership BIG On!', '', '', '66.135.48.204', '2010-08-29 06:47:23', '2010-08-29 11:47:23', '[...] of Mike Henry, President of the LeadChange group, I&#8217;ve posted a follow-up blog at the LeadChange site, where I explore some actions and activities that both formal and informal leaders can use.  [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7122, 3343, 'Ellen Weber', 'eweber1@frontiernet.net', 'http://www.brainleadersandlearners.com/', '173.86.170.16', '2010-08-30 11:41:57', '2010-08-30 16:41:57', 'Love the way you open our eyes to new possibilities here Jane! The wise leader learns from failure and learns from successful results in much the same way - when open as you detail so vividly here.\n\nWhat a critical lesson for this recession - which is hard on all of us. Daily I am grateful for those like you - who see wonderful possibilities. Daily I learn to cross my own barriers because I am inspired by how you and others here cross over yours! Thanks Jane!\n\nYou are a credit to the new order of leaders emerging!!! Here\'s to your continued success in every leadership venture!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7123, 3355, 'Tweets that mention What Really Makes You a Leader? | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/what-really-makes-a-leader/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-19 07:15:09', '2010-08-19 12:15:09', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., donhornsby, Earl Gray, Michael McKinney, Jessica Henry and others. Jessica Henry said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a> What Really Makes You a Leader? http://bit.ly/9STgvQ #LeadChange [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7124, 3355, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '151.198.44.98', '2010-08-19 07:21:16', '2010-08-19 12:21:16', 'Erin there is no doubt in my mind that leadership is more than just leading an organization. You are correct that leaders emerge in different settings, under different conditions, and display different traits.\n\nDoes being put on the spot to \"perform leadership functions\" bring an added perspective to it? Surely of course.  Yet doing it does not completely define it anymore than researching and exploring it.\n\nLeadership is complex and situational.  It has many dimensions and leaders come in all types.  Green Berets for example lead with a certain focus, mindset, and in many cases produce amazing results. Likewise, a young entrepreneur who might not be able to lead a green beret cause can inspire other young workers and lead them to bring a product to market that rivals the largest corporations.  Teachers lead  us by spotting talents and inspiring growth.\n\nThose who define greatness only by what they know and do show the weakness in their logic.\nKate Nasser', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7125, 3355, 'What Really Makes You a Leader? &laquo; Authentic Leadership', '', 'http://sagestone.wordpress.com/2010/08/19/what-really-makes-you-a-leader/', '66.135.48.148', '2010-08-19 07:53:52', '2010-08-19 12:53:52', '[...] continue reading, please click here to go to the Lead Change Group leadership community site.    [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7126, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-08-19 07:56:46', '2010-08-19 12:56:46', 'Thanks, Kate.  I appreciate you adding your comment, and I like the examples you use!!  Nicely done!', 0, '1', '', '', 7124, 256),
(7127, 3355, 'Steve Browne', 'sbrowne@larosas.com', '', '70.61.142.6', '2010-08-19 08:08:54', '2010-08-19 13:08:54', 'It amazes me that people spend more time defining who\'s \"not\" something vs. encouraging folks to become who they could be.\n\nIf \"leaders\" are only a small layer of organizations, then we\'re in for a world of turmoil.  Too often we seem to idolize people at the top with the assumption that because of position - they are effective leaders.\n\nSome time they are and some time they\'re not.  We are too consumed with status and not with character.  Ironic though that we revel when someone\'s character is compromised.  Shouldn\'t that tell us what we all truly want to focus on and see in our leaders?\n\nErin - you are on the right track and shouldn\'t be compelled to sway from that.  It is joyous to see that you see great things in your kids and in people in general.\n\nPeople need to remember that \"leadership\" is a fact that we need to foster and develop in all people because they all have value.  We would be such a better society and business community if we quit labeling and filtering certain people into strata.\n\nLead on my friend !!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7128, 3355, 'David M. Kasprzak', 'david@myflexiblepencil.com', 'http://myflexiblepencil.com', '12.160.210.100', '2010-08-19 08:50:10', '2010-08-19 13:50:10', 'Erin,\n\nThank you for saying so eloquently what so many wish to express.  As for your green beret friend, I suppose he\'s no more qualified to guide others on the principals of character based leadership than you are qualified to lead a platoon into combat (I assume!).  Leadership is abstract and relative, it takes many forms, and even a thought leader is a leader still.\n\nA few years ago, I came up with this thought on what makes a leader:\n\n\"Standing at the front of the line does not make one a leader.  Leadership must be, to some degree, the art of dissent.  Only by challenging the conventional and approved, and convincing others to do the same, can one truly be deemed a leader.  to merely be the first to get in line and have others walk behind you, in a direction determined by someone else, is not the act of leading.  It is, rather, an indication that one has achieved nothing more than being the first to follow.\"\n\nConsider an orchestra conductor:  Does the conductor lead the orchestra, or follow the music?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7129, 3355, 'Wally Bock', 'wally@threestarleadership.com', 'http://blog.threestarleadership.com', '71.68.56.129', '2010-08-19 09:07:40', '2010-08-19 14:07:40', 'Thanks for a thoughtful post, Erin. I\'m going to respond to two separate issues.\n\nFirst, I have to say that I share the Green Beret\'s frustration. I\'ve been a leader in the Marines, in a large corporation and a non-profit, and in my own company. Often I hear the advice that\'s offered by self-proclaimed experts and I think: \"Where do you come up with this stuff? Have you ever actually tried what you\'re recommending?\"\n\nI know that people who\'ve never been in a leadership position can give good advice to leaders. James MacGregor Burns, the author of the seminal work, Leadership  introduced the concept of \"transformational leadership\" didn\'t lead anyone. Neither has John Keegan, senior lecturer at the British military academy, Sandhurst. Peter Drucker didn\'t work in a leadership position, either.\n\nEven knowing that, I can still feel that visceral, \"what-do-you-know\" reaction.\n\nWith that said, let me move on to something more substantive. You seem to sum up your position as follows:\n\n\"Always do what\'s right. It does make you a leader. At least that\'s what I believe.\"\n\nFor me, you are a leader if you have followers. Everything else is commentary.\n\nI like what you say about taking a moral stand. It may show strong character, but it\'s not leadership unless someone follows.\n\nI applaud the discussion of what makes good character. I think taking a moral stand in the face of popular opinion is something we should encourage. But I don\'t think either one of those things is necessarily leadership.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7130, 3355, 'Benjamin McCall', 'author@rethinkhr.org', 'http://ReThinkHR.org', '198.187.174.15', '2010-08-19 09:17:30', '2010-08-19 14:17:30', 'I believe we all have the \"potential\" to lead. I also believe that just because we all have that potential does nto mean we will take it to the next level not will we be the best or worst leaders. The sad and happy part about leadership is that there is no one definition. No one way. No definitive approach. It always depends on the environment, circumstances, resources, tools and abilities that we are given or made with.\nRemember... we all have the potential. And not one of us has ever reached it. But we can get closer!\n\nhttp://ReThinkHR.org\nhttp://twitter.com/BenjaminMcCall', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
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(7131, 3355, 'Mike Myatt', 'm.myatt@n2growth.com', 'http://www.n2growth.com/blog', '74.98.81.189', '2010-08-19 09:31:38', '2010-08-19 14:31:38', 'Hi Erin:\n\nLike Wally\'s comments above, I too have experienced much frustration over the years with people who want to be leaders, try to be leaders, but are sadly not leaders. Being a former leader in the military, I completely understand what the person commenting was trying to say, even though it may not have been expressed well. There are simply too many people operating in positions where they have no business operating.\n\nIn the corporate world I have had to clean-up many a mess created by well intentioned, but completely inexperienced people who were trying to do the right things - they just didn\'t know what the right things were.\n\nAs Wally indicated, a good moral compass is the best tool that a leader can possess, but void of experience, discernment, savvy, insight, and a whole host of other qualities the moral compass alone can only insure that said leader attempts to do the right thing based upon their definition, but it won\'t necessarily keep them from wandering off course.\n\nAll of this said, I knew some people in the military who were failed leaders as well. Rank, title, position, etc., are also not the basis to judge someone\'s ability as a leader. As Wally said, you cannot be a leader without followers. You might be a legend in your own mind, but that doesn\'t necessarily make you a leader.\n\nLastly, with regard to the leader that is Erin Schreyer...You may not have served in the military, but you are certainly an accomplished leader. Everything I have observed of you tells me that you have both the experience, moral character, and proven track record of accomplishments that point to no other conclusion than that of true leader.\n\nTo those attempting to lead from where they are...they should keep trying, but should also not confuse effort with capability.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7132, 3355, 'William Powell', 'william@williampowellcoaching.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/williampowell/', '184.57.165.110', '2010-08-19 09:45:07', '2010-08-19 14:45:07', 'Loved the blog post Erin. A very good conversation around this topic of leadership and \"miles logged at the helm\". I\'m with Wally in some respect of understanding the position of this particular Green Beret...which is nothing to say of agreeing with his perspective.\n\nI have found that often times people who have gone through a myriad of challenges in their development to becoming a leader, it can be common to react towards those who may not have had to make a journey of equal or similar difficulty with a bit of contempt. It\'s almost as if someone who hasn\'t been through the fire, as it were, isn\'t able to make the grade. There can be a sense of the difficult journey being somehow diluted or unnecessary. Because one person learned lessons from those challenges doesn\'t mean that is the only way to learn certain lessons...it just happened to be their journey.\n\nI would venture to say that some of this contempt comes from a perspective that everyone\'s journey has to look the same to arrive in the same destination...many roads lead to Rome.\n\nThere are CEOs who have an MBA and there are CEOs who have little to no college and are \"self made\", so to speak. Each are equally effective in what they do. I think this to be a slippery slope...one in which we can begin to draw lines that limit emerging leaders and make leadership an elitist club. That\'s been done already and I personally am not interested in seeing it return.\n\nCheers,\nWilliam', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 260),
(7133, 3355, 'Thomas Waterhouse', 'tdwclients@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/encouraging/', '68.200.233.243', '2010-08-19 09:55:09', '2010-08-19 14:55:09', 'Great post Erin! I certainly adore your spirit and respect your work. Your brief statements say it all, “Always do what’s right. It does make you a leader. At least that’s what I believe.” I believe it too! Now moving on to Wally’s great point, “For me, you are a leader if you have followers. Everything else is commentary.” I agree with that too, and here’s the connection. I think there is a very strong positive correlation between doing what’s right consistently and long enough, and ending up with followers. We are leaders at heart before we are leading in reality. I think it’s a causal relationship. I recall being shocked with a “meritorious promotion” to PFC out of Parris Island (Semper Fi Wally) simply because the drill instructors noted that I did the right thing by consistently helping and lifting up my fellow “boots” when they struggled. That “stripe” didn’t make me a leader as I moved on to bigger and better things. It was a symbol that I was already a leader at heart, and  it awarded me some followers. That “stripe” was a small reward that was simply a symbol of a huge lesson for my life. Do the right thing just because and likely, as in my case, the followers will come.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 254),
(7134, 3355, 'Laurinda', 'laurinda.bellinger@gmail.com', 'http://www.LaurindaOnLeadership.com', '24.17.40.168', '2010-08-19 09:57:47', '2010-08-19 14:57:47', 'Great post Erin!  I agree with you.  Leadership has a beginning and we all start somewhere.  Our leadership paths may take us in different directions: parenthood, CEO, Green Beret, Manager, Conductor, Nurse etc....  For me, it started when I realized I wasn\'t a leader.  I had a title, but nobody followed. That day I turned towards servant leadership and began developing the heart of a leader.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7135, 3355, 'Daniel Decker', 'daniel@higherlevelgroup.com', 'http://www.danieldecker.net', '76.18.213.246', '2010-08-19 10:03:43', '2010-08-19 15:03:43', 'I agree whole heatedly. Title doesn’t make you a leader nor does position. Those things help and are often indicators of someone’s leadership effectiveness but those traits alone don’t define a leader. There are plenty of people I know who have never held a previous position of leadership who help extremely dynamic leadership traits and as soon as they stepped into a traditional leadership role they excelled and blew past all others who questioned their previous “lack” of actual leading.\n\nLeadership comes in many forms. Some are simply born with the gift. All of us can better ourselves at it.\n\nIf leadership is influence then regardless of who we are or what we do, we are leaders in some way, shape or form. How I lead a church small group or a kids baseball team can impact generations to come in ways far beyond what I can see today. It’s not just about having employees.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7136, 3355, 'Lori Meyer', 'meyer.communications@gmail.com', '', '98.234.184.235', '2010-08-19 10:25:12', '2010-08-19 15:25:12', 'Thank you for this important message. It reminded me that 1) As many other commenters have said, leadership is a broader and more complex concept than we often remember it to be, and 2) While in some situations, leadership does require the leader to command, direct, and execute, the true spirit of leadership can be expressed in many ways every day, even through the smallest acts. That is where the richness of character-based leadership can come through.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7137, 3355, 'Dan (Leadership Freak)', 'dan@leadershipfreak.com', 'http://leadershipfreak.wordpress.com', '74.43.49.74', '2010-08-19 10:51:53', '2010-08-19 15:51:53', 'Erin,\n\nThanks for your work and passion. I\'m going to lay out a few assumptions that I have and give you the opportunity to correct me where you think I am wrong.\n\nI\'ve taken character based leadership to be leadership founded in the good character of the leader. On the other hand, I haven\'t assumed that everyone with good character can lead an organization. However, I believe most people can be taught how to lead.\n\nIf you define a leader as someone who has followers everyone leads to some degree or another. Those with poor character lead. For example, the rebellious 6th grader may gather a small crowd of weak-minded crowd-followers vulnerable to peer pressure.\n\nI think it makes sense to say that enduring, effective leaders usually have good character.\n\nI\'m laying my ignorance out here for your review. I\'m not sure I understand the expression \"character-based\" leadership in the way you would define it. I\'m willing to listen and learn.\n\nBest,\n\nDan', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7138, 3355, 'David Mach', 'dmach@eastnewarkschool.org', 'http://enpsteacher.wordpress.com/', '71.250.109.188', '2010-08-19 11:16:02', '2010-08-19 16:16:02', 'Yes, I agree.  As a teacher my job is to lead everyday... and when you are teaching writing, literature, and history to urban, South American immigrants you need to QUICKLY refine and improve your leadership style!  Being European myself, I found that they won\'t always listen to me as I am an outsider.\n\nAs you said in your blog, \"I believe that leaders are everywhere, not just at the top of an organization.\"  Thus, to help gain Buy-In for the class I promote my best students to be leaders of other students.  I have a detailed example in my blog of using Lieutenants and Captains to let the students teach/guide/lead students.  I just facilitate.\n\nIf I couldn\'t delegate some of my leadership responsibilities I would have been dead from overwork long ago.  Thanks for the food for thought!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7139, 3355, 'Michael McKinney', 'mckinney@leadershipnow.com', 'http://www.leadershipnow.com/leadingblog', '76.251.1.72', '2010-08-19 12:01:44', '2010-08-19 17:01:44', 'Erin, good post. I’m not implying that this is the case here – I don’t think it is – but there are times when we are too glib about leadership and it frustrates people. Here are some thoughts:\n\nWe are all born to lead but not everyone leads – not even themselves.\n\nWe sometime confuse competency and leadership. They are not the same. Competency determines where a leader can serve. Leadership is a transferable mindset, competency is not. We can’t lead in every situation. However, a good leader should have enough self-knowledge to know when they don’t have the competency and make room for others.\n\nLeadership is about making the right choices in response to changing circumstances. There are many ways to do this and we all come from differing perspectives.\n\nSome leadership is loud and visible and some is quiet and understated. Both are just as powerful. The latter is often more effective and lasting. It’s also important to remember that leadership and followership are not polar opposites. They are both part of how we accomplish things in groups. Followership is not the lack of leadership; it is a part of leadership and a leader’s mindset. A good leader knows when to follow.\n\nLearning to lead from where you are is what LeadershipNow is all about. Thanks Erin.\n\nMichael\nLead From Where You Are', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7140, 3355, 'Ben Power', 'bfpower@gmail.com', 'http://www.twitter.com/bfpower', '76.75.35.2', '2010-08-19 12:36:22', '2010-08-19 17:36:22', 'Great post!\n\nI think some people confuse power-wielding with leadership.  You hit it on the head - it\'s knowing where you ought to go, and having the guts to go there regardless of whether you\'re alone or not.  And if you do that, you won\'t be alone for long.\n\nBlessings,\nBen', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7141, 3355, 'Gordon Clogston', 'gclogston@leadershipcourseware.com', 'http://www.leadershipcourseware.com/blog', '66.7.166.18', '2010-08-19 14:12:47', '2010-08-19 19:12:47', 'Hi Erin,\n\nI have made no secret of the fact that I too am a former military person. I spent nearly 10 years in the USMC as an enlisted man, working my way from Private to Gunnery Sergeant. Throughout my tour I had the opportunity to be in many positions of leadership, but it was not until I left the Corps and became a manager in civilian life that I truly understood what it meant to be a leader.\n\nThere is no question that the military has a very strong leadership model that is an integral part of achieving success in their missions. That being said, the military leader is also supported by a strict hierarchical structure backed by a very rigid legal standard, the Uniform Code of Military Justice. I know for a fact that there are many “leaders” in the military environment who would find it very difficult to lead in environments where following a leader’s wishes is voluntary.\n\nWhen I first left the Marines I would have been the first to tell you what a pleasure it would be for you if I were to be your manager. I was without doubt the best that ever was. And in a military environment I believe to this day that I most likely was one of the best. In the non-military environment, however, there is no place for such arrogance.\n\nIt took me several years to unlearn much of what I thought was good leadership in order for me to have a successful career in management. I am very proud that I served our Country and I am very grateful for the things that I learned while a Marine, all that being said, there is much more to being a leader than what is generally learned in any one environment. It takes a breadth of experience, an open mind, and an open heart to be a truly effective leader.\n\nAnyone can be a leader. Some of the most effective leaders I have known had no title and no authority, and yet their influence and guidance was gratefully accepted by their followers.\n\nI have learned many things during my career as an executive and one of those is that it is vital to accept and respect the contributions and experiences of others. We can not nor should we all be military leaders. We can not nor should we all be C-level executives. But we can and should be leaders within the domain of our individual abilities.\n\nI will get off my soapbox now and go clean the break area, my little contribution to the team.\n\nGordon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7142, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 14:21:46', '2010-08-19 19:21:46', 'Thanks for your comment, David.  I thought the question you propose at the end is a good on that really makes you think!!  I also appreciate your definition of leadership.  Thanks for adding so much to the conversation!', 0, '1', '', '', 7128, 256),
(7143, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 14:43:38', '2010-08-19 19:43:38', 'Hi, Wally.  Thanks for stopping by and adding to the conversation!\n\nI\'d like to offer a question in response to some of your logic.  What about someone like Rosa Parks.  She\'s a historical icon, because she took a stance.  And because she took a stance to do what was right (even though it was unheard of and unprecedented) she led to a significant change in history.\n\nI\'m certainly not suggesting that all you have to do is what\'s right and good and that makes you a leader.  There\'s more to it than that.  BUT - when you choose to always do the right thing, I do believe in our world, you come against opposition.  I also think that, often times, that earns you what you would call \"followers.\"\n\nFrankly, I\'m not a fan of the word \"follower\" either.  If we\'re all in the boat together, it\'s more of a team approach with a leader.  The term \"follower\" may suggest to some that the follower isn\'t thinking for him or herself, when in fact, they may simply be in agreement on an issue.\n\n\nLet\'s keep the dialogue going!  This kind of discussion is healthy, I believe, adn helps us all learn and grow!', 0, '1', '', '', 7129, 256),
(7144, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 14:50:32', '2010-08-19 19:50:32', 'Mike, thanks for adding to the discussion!  I totally agree with what you\'re saying.  I, too, have witnessed (and been negatively affected) by people who were in positions that they simply couldn\'t handle.\n\nIndeed, experience and skill are critical components of leadership too!!  I couldn\'t agree more!\n\nThat said, I think there are some exceptionally creative, talented and smart people that are also leaders and may not ever even have the desire to be a CEO or military leader.  I still think they can be a leader, though, and have a tremendous impact from a mid or even lower-level position.\n\nKnowing you, I\'m going to guess that you wouldn\'t disagree with the above point (although feel free to, if I\'m wrong.)  I don\'t think that age, title or direct reports has anything to do with leadership.  I do agree that experience, knowledge and skill are needed to be successful.  These can certainly be gained (and shared) without direct reports, though!!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7131, 256),
(7145, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 14:53:37', '2010-08-19 19:53:37', 'William, I love your perspective and the warmth that radiates from it!!  I certainly agree with the \"many roads\" philosophy.  Indeed, that was a major part of what I was trying to express - although you have captured it here much more eloquently!', 0, '1', '', '', 7132, 256),
(7146, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 14:57:43', '2010-08-19 19:57:43', 'Thomas, thanks for your contribution here!  I\'m just cattching up and responding in order.  I\'m smiling as I believe an earlier response I made to Wally is similar in tone to what you\'re saying.\n\nYou bring up a great point, too, which I appreciate.  I should have taken my blog post one step further.  By doing the right thing, you typically will get \"followers.\"  And then, indeed, you have become a leader.', 0, '1', '', '', 7133, 256),
(7147, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 15:02:13', '2010-08-19 20:02:13', 'Hi, Ben.  I agree, potential is a key factor.  It\'s what we DO with that potential that makes a difference.  I do think that people can transform that potential into greatness without a CEO title, though.  To your point, leadership can look different on different people.  In the end, that too, is a point I often try to make.  I think we can encourage leadership in everyone, and we don\'t all have to follow the exact same path to get there (nor does \"there\" have to be the same!)', 0, '1', '', '', 7130, 256),
(7148, 3355, 'Gwyn Teatro', 'gteatro@telus.net', 'http://www.gwynteatro.wordpress.com', '173.180.208.243', '2010-08-19 15:05:08', '2010-08-19 20:05:08', 'Erin ~ The word “leadership” comes to mind when someone gets feedback (that is not particularly graciously expressed) and chooses to stand back, seek to understand it, share it with others and make something happen because of it.\n\nI think you have done all of these things here.  Now, so many more of us are thinking about what makes a leader beyond our current understanding of it.\n\nTo me, there are very few, if any, genuine leadership “gurus”.  We are all students.  Our contributions to the work of leadership vary and come from a variety of perspectives.  When presented authentically, from our own experiences and with the intent to deepen understanding and improve practice, everything has value.\n\nThank you for your willingness to put something forward that could have more easily been ignored.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7149, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 15:09:33', '2010-08-19 20:09:33', 'Steve, thanks so much for your encouragement!  I, too, agree that there can be bad leaders at the top, just as much as there could be great leaders not even close to the top.\n\nTo the point of so many comments here, I don\'t think someone should get a position without skills, ability or at least potential.  Those things, though, can be found in many places and in no way should someone be disqualified because they don\'t have people reporting to them.  They can, indeed, lead in other ways!', 0, '1', '', '', 7127, 256),
(7150, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 15:14:26', '2010-08-19 20:14:26', 'Laurinda, thanks so much for so openly sharing your story!!  How beautiful!  Keep your journey going, my friend!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7134, 256),
(7151, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 15:17:57', '2010-08-19 20:17:57', 'Daniel - thanks for your contribution.  You hit right to the heart of what I was trying to say - \"it\'s not just about having employees.\"  And, I totally agree that your impact in a small group or as a coach has significant impact.  With more people building into our younger generation, it can be tranformational for them and also for everyone\'s future!!  Bravo!', 0, '1', '', '', 7135, 256),
(7152, 3355, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-19 15:21:30', '2010-08-19 20:21:30', 'Sometimes I think we come up against a transition that is currently taking place in the definition of the word \"leader.\"  I believe it traditionally meant that you had followers.  But a core principle of leadership in this group is that everyone should have one follower, yourself.  Self-leadership is our equivalent of a \"moral compass.\"  If you don\'t model the behavior you want to see, you\'ll never get it from anyone else, and rightfully so.\n\nSecond, we have families, friends, homeowner\'s associations, churches, and other volunteer associations.  The number increases every year.  We\'re becoming a free agent culture.  As a free agent, if you don\'t want to listen to me or Erin or anyone else say what they think about leadership, don\'t.  We won\'t mind.  We\'re just trying to help those who want it.  We\'re not competing, just participating.  Our goal is to make a positive difference now, without having to go back to school or purchase something or disqualify ourselves because we didn\'t do something the way someone else did.  We are going to bring our best to make a positive difference.  If it doesn\'t do that for you, sorry.\n\nHowever, judging by the discussion, it is making a positive difference in the lives of a bunch of other folks.  Thanks for the great post Erin.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(7153, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 15:25:57', '2010-08-19 20:25:57', 'Lori, thanks for stopping by and adding some encouraging words and thoughts!  I\'m thrilled that it helped you (and hopefully others too) to stop, if even for a second, and consider what leadership is.  That\'s the real value of having this discussion!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7136, 256),
(7154, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 15:52:06', '2010-08-19 20:52:06', 'Michael, thanks for adding so many great observations and comments!!  I love that you are able to provide so many examples of how leadership can be different.  I also agree that leadership and competency are two different things; I equally value the importance of followership as part of leadership!!  Excellent, Michael!!  Thanks for adding so much!', 0, '1', '', '', 7139, 256),
(7155, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 16:19:07', '2010-08-19 21:19:07', 'Dan, absolutely, I agree that *just* because you have good character, it doesn\'t make you a leader.  You must have skills, experience, knowledge, ability.  That said, it doesn\'t require that you have people reporting to you, either.\n\nTo your point, people with bad character can have followers as well.  Indeed, they\'re leaders - but not great ones.\n\nMost certainly, you\'re not ignorant, Dan!  I appreciate that you asked great questions to encourage more conversation and clarification!  Thanks for doing that!', 0, '1', '', '', 7137, 256),
(7156, 3355, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '69.253.50.18', '2010-08-19 16:35:15', '2010-08-19 21:35:15', 'Thanks Erin for ultimately choosing to write this post.\n\nI am tending toward what Mike stated, \"...a core principle of leadership in this group is that everyone should have one follower, yourself.\"\n\nI think this is a conversation that we need to keep having.\n\nMary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(7157, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 16:38:59', '2010-08-19 21:38:59', 'David, thanks for adding your perspective and sharing your story!  Sounds like you\'re doing a great job of engaging others!!  Nicely done!', 0, '1', '', '', 7138, 256),
(7158, 3355, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '70.177.86.103', '2010-08-19 16:46:18', '2010-08-19 21:46:18', 'Your green beret friend makes kind of a moot point (but most military folks think you\'re not a leader unless you\'ve been in the military). It\'s kind of like saying Bob Stoops isn\'t a football coach because he can\'t play football.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7159, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 16:52:11', '2010-08-19 21:52:11', 'Gordon, thanks so much for your wonderful response.  I have to admit, it brought tears to my eyes.  Thank you for sharing so authentically.  I deeply respect your experiences and insights, and I believe it adds much to the conversation.', 0, '1', '', '', 7141, 256),
(7160, 3355, 'Joseph Mullin', 'josephveemullin@evolutioncbl.com', 'http://www.evolutioncbl.com', '76.24.165.16', '2010-08-19 17:06:38', '2010-08-19 22:06:38', 'Hi Erin,\nLeaders are those that inspire others to improve themselves or to try harder to succeed. Yes there are leaders at all levels of a company and most are not in power positions.\nThe Green Beret was not taught to be a leader but trained in one particular aspect of leadership. You must understand that this is not necessarily a bad thing as for them it means the safety of the team and the lives of the team members. I respect that and honor that being a veteran.\nHowever I do not think that type of leadership equates into the business world very well as the members of the business have not been trained in that type of regimented system.\nIn business your type of leadership will take companies farther in todays world.\nAs leaders we must seek to understand every aspect of leadership and to understand the roots and basis of each type.\nThere is no right or wrong here just a difference!\nPlease keep up the good work. As a leader we learn and move on.\nJoseph', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7161, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 17:50:09', '2010-08-19 22:50:09', 'Mary, I totally agree.  It\'s a great conversation - one that makes us all stop and consider what leadership is, and how does it look on me, personally?  That, alone, is worth any effort that went into this.  Only in the looking at oursleves and thinking at a deeper level can any change begin to take place.', 0, '1', '', '', 7156, 256),
(7162, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 17:51:35', '2010-08-19 22:51:35', 'Hi, Ben!  I completely agree - \"if you do that, you won\'t be alone for long!\"  Sometimes it just takes one person....and that, I believe, is a leader!!  Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7140, 256),
(7163, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 17:53:41', '2010-08-19 22:53:41', 'Gwyn, thanks so much for participating in the conversation.  I\'m just so thrilled that it\'s igniting something for the very reasons you state above.', 0, '1', '', '', 7148, 256),
(7164, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 17:59:54', '2010-08-19 22:59:54', 'Hi, David.  I\'m careful not to disparage my Green Beret friend.  In fact, Im certain he is a leader in his own right.  I have a deep respect for military personnel, having come from a long line of servicemen.\n\nThat said, I also agree with your coach comment, and I also feel confident that my \"friend\" could have approached this whole topic in a much better way - one that seeks to understand, versus one that seeks to demean and disparage (although, I do have experience and leadership that may surprise him!)\n\nA core component of great leadership lies in the foundation of your intent as a leader.  Is it to build others or to elevate yourself?  The answer to that question says a lot about the leader.', 0, '1', '', '', 7158, 256),
(7165, 3355, 'Bridget Haymond', 'Bridget@truthforlifecoaching.com', '', '24.74.88.2', '2010-08-19 18:16:46', '2010-08-19 23:16:46', 'Wow, this really is such an interesting discussion because there are so many facets to leadership.  I agree with all of the previous comments and have to say that I am on the side of personal leadership and influence.\n\nFor me, I embrace John Maxwell’s idea that “Leadership is influence”.  As a coach I influence from behind the scenes, and I may not be the leader out in front, but I am an indirect leader.  For example, if I influence a leader who leads hundreds, then I haven’t I indirectly lead them?\n\nThe ability to influence leaders is something I take seriously because I realize the far-reaching impact of my influence. The ability to lead just one person could change the course of history depending on the role of that one person.\n\nTerrific way to turn a negative into a positive Erin!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7166, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 18:22:18', '2010-08-19 23:22:18', 'Joseph, thanks so much for offering your perspective.  I agree, it\'s just a difference in leadership, and I completely understand the necessity of military leadership.  It does save lives - I respect that deeply.\n\nI do think that if we\'re not afraid to care, it can make a difference.  We all need more of that in our lives.  Even at work.  Perhaps, especially at work.', 0, '1', '', '', 7160, 256),
(7167, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 18:35:54', '2010-08-19 23:35:54', 'Hi Bridget!  Thanks for joining in.  I also agree that influence is a powerful thing, and like Maxwell, I think that is leadership.  As many earlier comments have stated, leadership requires followers.  If you influence someone, aren\'t they, in some way, following?  Indeed, Bridget - you are a leader!', 0, '1', '', '', 7165, 256),
(7168, 3355, 'Huda Midani', 'huda.midani@gmail.com', '', '66.198.41.21', '2010-08-19 20:57:59', '2010-08-20 01:57:59', 'This is a great discussion, it is really interesting to think of what makes a leader, it is amazing how other respected leadership practitioners are commenting on the post.\n\nLet me add this, i think leadership is what lies behind world moving round!\n\nErin, I would say if all leaders define leadership as you do, and teach their children the lesson you did,\n\n    \"Always do what’s right.  It does make you a leader.  At least, that’s what I believe.\"\n\nMaybe we would be living in a different world, many times we come across really competent leaders who make things accomplished in almost impossible circumstances, but are they doing the right!?\n\nWe would argue what the right thing is in a given situation, we may say it depends on what we are trying to achieve ... but can we always agree on what is the right thing to achieve!?\n\nSeeing leadership in your own children is adorable, so much respectful... these young creatures are the gifted spirits that haven\'t been trained to scope and ignore ... They know what the right thing in their own way ... growing them up is a complex mission ... we want them to understand the world to make things happen, but we need them to remain true to what is right!!\n\nI\'m grateful to read this distinguished discussion, i\'m sorry if i drifted far a little.\nThanks Erin!\n\nHuda', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7169, 3355, 'Deb Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', '', '98.85.97.146', '2010-08-19 21:30:02', '2010-08-20 02:30:02', 'Erin,\n\nI loved this discussion because it opens up the exact conversation that is necessary in this ever-changing world.  Whenever I think about leadership I always return to those values we discussed so often at Leaderpalooza...  compassion, ability, integrity and our heartfelt belief that focusing on gaining followers is a surefire way of compromising our principles.  Instead we focus on leading ourselves.  I think our world is starved for integrity.  People know and follow it when they see it.\n\nAs for our Green Beret friend, he is undoubtably a leader of his own people and in my mind is likely able and honorable.  Perhaps it is that missing 3rd component that we are looking for, the compassion.  I think I would ask him, is what he has done the best way to lead Erin?  It did result in this great discussion, and so perhaps he would think that is a success, but I attribute this discussion more to your response Erin, than his.\n\nIn the end, it is your willingness to lead yourself Erin, to risk, to open your mind, to act with integrity here and always, to use your strengths, and to offer your hand to me and anyone willing to join you than makes you a leader.  I for one will follow you, Erin.\n\nDeb Costello', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7170, 3355, 'Peter A. Mello', 'editor@weeklyleader.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/petermello/', '98.229.16.179', '2010-08-19 21:39:46', '2010-08-20 02:39:46', 'Thanks for being the catalyst for such a fascinating discussion which just confirms how difficult defining leadership can be. Sure there are behaviors that help us but even that is situational. Leadership can transitory and fleeting and like art, it is really in the eye of the beholder (follower).\n\nOn the Weekly Leader podcast, Pam and I try to avoid using the word \"leader\" because it so often identified with authority. (BTW, trying to avoid the word is nearly impossible and we fail all the time.) Our preference is to frame the discussion around the exercise or practice of leadership which is something that can be done by any one at any level in an organization, community, team or system.\n\nThanks again for leading this great discussion.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7171, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 22:05:09', '2010-08-20 03:05:09', 'Deb, you are an amazing leader.  As mentioned earlier, teachers are some of the best leaders, and their impact is incredibly significant!!  I admire you!  And -I\'m happy to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with you!  No following needed here.  I desire to walk by your side and even to further support you by standing behind you when needed!!\n\nThanks so much for your contribution to this discussion.', 0, '1', '', '', 7169, 256),
(7172, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-19 22:08:48', '2010-08-20 03:08:48', 'Huda, I love that you\'re thinking about how things might be different!  That\'s exactly what I hope to get people thinking about!!  If we adpoted a different philosophy about leadership, how we define it, how we model it, etc...how could things be different?  If it\'s a brighter picture, would it be worth the effort?\n\nFor me personally, I think so.  And I\'m happy to help launch the revolution!', 0, '1', '', '', 7168, 256),
(7173, 3355, 'Tweets that mention What Really Makes You a Leader? | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fwhat-really-makes-a-leader%2F%23comment-906&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-19 22:09:28', '2010-08-20 03:09:28', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Sea-Fever Consulting, Weekly Leader. Weekly Leader said: What Really Makes You a Leader? | Lead Change Group - Great post by <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@eschreyer</a> made even better by the long thread of... http://su.pr/1exkIG [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7174, 3355, 'davidburkus', 'david@davidburkus.com', 'http://theleaderlab.org', '70.177.86.103', '2010-08-19 22:49:06', '2010-08-20 03:49:06', 'Agreed. And I do have a deep respect for military leaders. But I often get into debates with them about how different leadership OUTSIDE a military setting in. Within the military, your followers are assigned to you and have signed their life away (for their time of duty) to the military. In the civilian world, everyone is essentially a volunteer...no matter how well paud.', 0, '1', '', '', 7164, 0),
(7175, 3355, 'Doug Crandall', 'doug@bluerudder.net', 'http://www.bluerudder.net', '96.26.38.67', '2010-08-20 01:48:18', '2010-08-20 06:48:18', 'While I think this is a great discussion, I also believe the issue is being over-complicated. The gentleman who wrote you is insecure (arrogance and/or pride is always the result of insecurity), that insecurity has bred jealousy...and his jealousy resulted in demeaning behavior. His tweet says a lot about him, and your response says a lot about you. I don\'t know either of you personally, but Erin, I know who I\'d rather be led by.\n\nLove your spirit, your humility, your selflessness, and your drive. Keep up the great work!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7176, 3355, 'Tweets that mention What Really Makes You a Leader? | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fwhat-really-makes-a-leader%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dlinkedin&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-20 07:41:53', '2010-08-20 12:41:53', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Erin Schreyer and Simple Encouragement, Simon Roskrow. Simon Roskrow said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@eschreyer</a>: Lively conversation going on! &quot;What Really Makes You a Leader?&quot; by Erin Schreyer Join in? http://lnkd.in/sagZJ4 &lt;interesting [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7177, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-20 08:22:02', '2010-08-20 13:22:02', 'Peter, thanks for jumping in!  I agree that many traditionally use the word leader in conjunction with authority.  I also agree that leadership can be demonstrated by anyone at any level.  Thus, indeed, it makes them a leader.\n\nI enjoy attempting to \"push the envelope\" by asserting that because we can all demonstrate leadership, we can all be called leaders.  Of course, some people\'s leadership responsibilities are far greater and impactful than others.  That said, at the end of the day, we all have the ability to influence others, and we can take responsibility to make that the best influence we\'re personally able to bring.', 0, '1', '', '', 7170, 256),
(7178, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-20 08:34:50', '2010-08-20 13:34:50', 'Hi, Doug.  I appreciate your vote of support.  I do want to be cautious to make assumptions about my \"friend.\"  I don\'t know him, and I\'m still hopeful somewhere in the back of my mind that he simply could have chosen better words to convey his sentiment.\n\nThis discussion has been very healthy, I believe, and it\'s bringing the topic of leadership top-of-mind for many people.  This is a good thing, no matter what their personal stance is on the issue.  We need to be considering what it is and what it looks like for us more often.\n\nHopefully, most of us can agree that there\'s no one particular road to being a leader.  It\'s personal, and it needs to be authentic for everyone.\n\nI DO think the Green Beret author is a leader.  What I hope is possible is that he can also open his mind to believe that others who did not follow his same path can also be leaders too!\n\nI could write a whole new blog post on the value of diversity in leadership, in fact.  It\'s a beneficial approach for companies that has positive effects on both their employees and customers.  But, I\'ll leave that for another time...', 0, '1', '', '', 7175, 256),
(7179, 3355, 'Mark Oakes', 'moakes@concentricsecurity.com', 'http://www.concentricsecurity.com', '68.54.244.242', '2010-08-20 09:01:07', '2010-08-20 14:01:07', 'HOLY MOLY, Erin, you\'ve sparked a wonderful discussion. I\'ve learned a lot from the exceptional cast of leaders who have chimed in on this topic.\n\nI\'d like to throw out an off-the-wall thought that dovetails with yours and Wally\'s references to Ms Parks, Drucker, and others.\n\nWe live in an attention-starved world where information hyper-clutter is the norm. As such, people are hungry for experiences and something they can talk about and \'Believe\' in. When they find that \'something\' (a compelling idea) they rally behind it whether the author of the idea wanted it or not. Great ideas are the currency of great leaders and the ideas that spread,... WIN. A leader\'s ideas are embodied in their words and/or their actions. They represent something (idea) that is compelling to others.\n\nWhere we get a little jaded is when we hear people espouse leadship dogma without the experience to back it up. I definitely find myself leaning in this direction from time to time. Yet, I must confess that I closely follow many thought \'Leaders\' who have never led a team. In my mind they are still leaders because their ideas represent something I believe in and, by default, I am one of their followers! The metric, then, is the validity of the idea.\n\nUsing this premise, leadership doesn\'t necessarily require formal heirarchy. Rather, it requires an passion for an idea that resonates with others. This type of leadership fills a vacuum in many walks of life beyond formal command structures.\n\nA single bias toward command-structure leadership obviates those leadership instances where ordinary folks lead a revolution, great thinkers shift our mental constructs or a child takes a stand for what \'Right looks like\'. In each of these cases the \'Idea\' is the catalyst for substantive change and followers line up in mass.\n\nI doubt if Ghandi, Joan of Arc or a cast of other leaders spent much time honing their leadershipship skills or reviewing their organizational charts :-)\n\n... Just a thought\n\nMark', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7180, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-20 09:11:20', '2010-08-20 14:11:20', 'Mark, EXCELLENT insights you\'ve added here, and I couldn\'t agree more!  Indeed, there is great leadership that comes from a great idea - one that is substantiated, provides solid vision and can get others rallied with passion.  I think you\'ve really hit on something here, and it\'s a slightly different way of looking at it.  I LOVE it!!  And, by the way, I love to fill a vacuum!!!  There\'s nothing more exciting than closing gaps!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7179, 256),
(7181, 3355, 'Kevin Eikenberry', 'kevin@KEvinEikenberry.com', '', '69.246.245.229', '2010-08-20 13:25:02', '2010-08-20 18:25:02', 'Erin - thanks for inviting me to share.\n\nI thought of several points I could make as I read your post. All of them have been shared by others.  I believe a great leader understands when a message has been delivered - so I won\'t add those thoughts!\n\nI will say how much I appreciate your approach of learning lessons (including leadership ones) from your children.  I have long tried to do that and have written about some of those lessons.  they are powerful when we take the time to find them.\n\nSome of our greatest wisdom comes from translating a lesson from one part of our to others - so while the leadership of our children is necessarily different in context, the lessons, like ripe fruit, remain for the picking.\n\nI also thank you for the great example of nurturing this wonderful dialogue - a display of leadership in itself.\n\nThanks!\n\nKevin  :)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7182, 3355, 'Kristen', 'kristend@hirebetterteam.com', 'http://www.hirebetterblog.com', '64.151.1.124', '2010-08-20 14:03:38', '2010-08-20 19:03:38', 'You lead as a professional and you lead as a mother. There are so many different types of leaders and various ways to lead. It always astonishes me when people don\'t see parents or teachers as leaders.\nGreat response post.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7183, 3355, 'S. Max Brown', 'smaxbrown@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/smaxbrown/', '76.27.4.166', '2010-08-20 14:41:27', '2010-08-20 19:41:27', 'What a wonderful conversation!  My father is a retired military officer and I have two brothers deploying for Iraq in the next month (one for the second time).\n\nI appreciate the amazing contributions that have been made already, and I respectfully offer the following thoughts:\n\n1.  Leadership is evolving and growing.  As science, research, experience, and time go on, we become smarter and more reflective on the subject.  The past definitions may no longer fulfill a more humanistic viewpoint.  Indeed, even the leadership training in the military has evolved as new discoveries are made.\n\n2.  Leadership is not held by a title.  History books are full of people that had titles, but were terrible leaders.  The opposite is also true (examples like Eric Liddell and Harriet Tubman in John C. Maxwell\'s book \"The Right to Lead\" both come to mind).\n\n3.  Leadership is the ability to influence &amp; create communities.  Many people have a desire to do the right thing, but they are afraid of doing it on their own.  However, we often contribute when others stick their neck out to set a framework for us to follow (think Mike Henry Sr. and the Lead Change group -- more specifically, this conversation).\n\n4.  Leadership is OTHER focused.  As you pointed out Erin: \"A core component of great leadership lies in the foundation of your intent as a leader. Is it to build others or to elevate yourself? The answer to that question says a lot about the leader.\"  In my opinion, great leaders succeed BECAUSE they make those around them successful, and they aren\'t afraid to recognize it.\n\n5.  Leadership is humble, and yes, vulnerable.  Great leaders know that they are not perfect, and they willingly admit it.  Showing their weaknesses simply helps others understand and relate to them.  Such leaders don\'t waste energy hiding their mistakes with blame or false accusations towards others.  Indeed, they empathize and build others up in order to foster trust, creativity, innovation, and results.\n\nBooks I highly recommend on this subject:\n\n\"Love Leadership\" by John Hope Bryant\n\"Aspire\" by Kevin Hall\n\"The Leader Who Had No Title\" by Robin Sharma\n\"You Don\'t Need a Title to Be a Leader\" by Mark Sanborn\n\"The Right to Lead\" by John C. Maxwell\n\nTo conclude, I humbly submit that we need leaders from a diverse set of circumstances and backgrounds.  I am grateful for leaders that didn\'t wait for someone to give them a title or tell them they had enough experience before they started serving others . . . leaders like:\n\n1.  Barbara Fredrickson, professor and author of \"Positivity\"\n2.  Tony Hsieh, CEO of Zappos\n3.  Jeff Bezos, CEO of Amazon\n4.  Stephen R. Covey, originally a researcher that published his findings in the book \"7 Habits\"\n\nand so many more . . .\n\nThis doesn\'t dismiss the fact that there are fake gurus (some with titles way beyond their capability), and they are pervasive in every industry and place in life.  However, REAL Leaders don\'t need a title in order to do the right thing, they don\'t do it for their own glory, and they don\'t wait before they serve others.  They just lead.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 267),
(7184, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-20 15:08:21', '2010-08-20 20:08:21', 'Kevin, your kind thoughts and encouragement are so appreciated!!  Thanks for building in to me and others!', 0, '1', '', '', 7181, 256),
(7185, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-20 15:09:26', '2010-08-20 20:09:26', 'Right on, Kristen!!!  Let\'s value the impact that we all bring!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7182, 256);
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(7186, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '108.56.196.188', '2010-08-20 15:46:55', '2010-08-20 20:46:55', 'Max, thank you for your eloquent response - so beautifully said!!  You provide such wonderful examples, and I also very much appreciate the book suggestions.\n\nKeep up the great work you\'re doing to encourage leaders to provide positive feedback.  It\'s such an essential part of being a great leader!', 0, '1', '', '', 7183, 256),
(7187, 3355, 'Anna Smith', 'anna@whatdoyouwantfromthem.com', 'http://www.whatdoyouwantfromthem.com/', '24.225.34.84', '2010-08-20 17:22:03', '2010-08-20 22:22:03', 'Hi Erin,\n\nI was an exchange student (from Germany) in a very small town in South Georgia. The host family I stayed with went to church at least three times a week, and for the first time in my life, I had actually been exposed to religion (before that I wasn’t even sure why we celebrated Easter).\nAnyway, I couldn’t understand why some of the people I met were ‘two-faced’. I met cheaters who gave talks about being happily married, and partiers who condemned cigarettes, alcohol and party-going.\n\nIt occurred to me: “They try to tell me how to become or be a better Christian, but quite frankly, they suck at it, too!” The ‘Green Beret’ inside of me was asking: “Why should I even listen to some of these folks?”\n\nMatthew Polkinghorne wrote: “The human desire and need to find intimacy and be authentic are often thwarted by subconscious doings of the mind - behaviors expressed by an individual that are considered to be inauthentic.” (http://discoveryourground.com/?p=271)\n\nOver the years I have decided: If someone gives me advice, they are sharing their knowledge with me. They are connecting with me from a place that is very real to them and they are inviting me to connect. I allow myself to be influenced. Influence, either way, starts with connection.\n\nI find efforts “by those attempting to lead from where they are” (not to be confused with capabilities ;) very valuable. These efforts can start a relationship. Also, there could be some sort of truth or realization in every piece of [crappy, untested] advice I get.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7188, 3355, 'Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach', 'info@katenasser.com', 'http://katenasser.com', '151.198.44.98', '2010-08-21 09:38:33', '2010-08-21 14:38:33', 'Hi Erin,\nI want to jump back into this discussion to echo your kudos to David Kasprzak\' question -- \"Consider an orchestra conductor: Does the conductor lead the orchestra, or follow the music?\"\n\nA great orchestra conductor actually does both.  S/he takes the composer\'s intent, adds insight to making the music come alive and leads the orchestra  with inspiration to contribute their greatness -- all for a (hopefully) a unique and superb rendition of the music.\n\nThe art of leadership lies in combining insight and inspiration to tap the team\'s greatness.\nKate', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7189, 3355, 'Angie Mangino', 'AngieMangino@aol.com', 'http://www.angiemangino.com', '64.12.116.136', '2010-08-21 12:41:55', '2010-08-21 17:41:55', 'Erin, Leadership to me is in allignment with your description.  When someone is true to their heart and to their beliefs and lives from this core of inner strength, that person is a leader.  If more people would strive to put good into the world, in whatever degree their life takes them each day, what a better world we all would have!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7190, 3355, 'Dr. Ada Gonzalez', 'ada@logosnoesis.com', '', '67.162.226.110', '2010-08-22 13:12:15', '2010-08-22 18:12:15', 'Great discussion. And as always, everybody\'s contribution and diversity of thought enriches the topic. Just want to add a small idea to the thoughts about \"followers\" making you a leader. Some times it is not until years later that you learn you had influenced \"followers\" from stands you took, ideas you shared, or things you did. Therefore, I think it is vital to behave as a leader, even when at moments it might seem you do not have a following, because you might have more of a following than you think.\n\nThanks for sparking such a conversation!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7191, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-08-22 17:40:41', '2010-08-22 22:40:41', 'Thanks, Angie!  I appreciate your encouragement!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7189, 256),
(7192, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-08-22 17:42:42', '2010-08-22 22:42:42', 'Dr. Ada, thanks for jumping into the conversation.  You make such a great point here!  Indeed, we may have followers without realizing it!  Even more reason to always do what\'s right, be authentic and lead from who you are!!  You never know who you impact!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7190, 256),
(7193, 3355, 'Anne Messenger', 'amessenger@amgr.com', 'http://www.amgr.com', '71.245.88.12', '2010-08-23 14:35:36', '2010-08-23 19:35:36', 'Wow, I\'m glad that I happened upon this post and most intriguing conversation this afternoon. I\'m actually a bit sorry for the Green Beret. I\'m sure that he has led effectively in the past and I trust that his followers did well by him. He seems now, though, to have boxed himself into an old paradigm of leadership -- one that doesn\'t fit across the board today. I wonderful if he\'ll have the flexibility, \"grow-ability\" and courage to get out, if alternative options are necessary. I wonder if \"his\" people will be able and willing to follow him.\n\nWhat a fascinating discussion this would be in person. Even more fascinating would be watching it play out in real life.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7194, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-08-23 21:30:24', '2010-08-24 02:30:24', 'Thanks for your comment, Anne.  I don\'t know my Green Beret friend personally, so I can\'t make any assumptions with confidence.  I was somewhat surprised by his questioning, given his role as a leadership consultant and team builder.\n\nThat said, I\'m sure he has done some amazing things throughout his career.  He may have even directly saved lives, which I for certain cannot say....but I do hope this discussion could possibly allow him and others to open their minds to the possibility of valuing the contributions that we can all make.', 0, '1', '', '', 7193, 256),
(7195, 3355, 'Kelley', 'kclmoneycoach@gmail.com', 'http://kelleyclong.wordpress.com', '67.173.179.28', '2010-08-30 17:04:10', '2010-08-30 22:04:10', 'Erin,\n\nIt\'s all been said about leadership in these comments, so I won\'t repeat. I agree that we can all be leaders and that therefore we all have a responsibility to learn the skills required to be GREAT leaders.\n\nJust wanted to say thank you for setting such an outstanding example of character and leadership. Your grace and style are admirable!\n\nKelley', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7196, 3355, 'Anne Perschel', 'aperschel@germaneconsulting.com', 'http://germaneconsulting.com', '70.19.200.132', '2010-08-30 19:37:14', '2010-08-31 00:37:14', 'Erin - You are absolutely and always the Lady. Whether he considers you a leader or not, your critic might take lessons from you.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7197, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-09-01 18:58:05', '2010-09-01 23:58:05', 'Kelley,\n\nYou bless me with your encouragement!  Thank you for your support and for joining the conversation!', 0, '1', '', '', 7196, 256),
(7198, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-09-01 18:59:35', '2010-09-01 23:59:35', 'Anne, you are too kind!!  Thanks so much for dropping by with your kind encouragement!', 0, '1', '', '', 7196, 256),
(7199, 3355, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.76.2', '2010-09-02 16:34:27', '2010-09-02 21:34:27', 'So glad you wrote this response, Mark. As I\'m reading through all of these comments (late to the party!), they were the thoughts resonating in my head.\n\nPeople voluntarily rally around one of three things, personalities, actions or thoughts. Regardless of what the rallying point is, the effect is the same. Those who most effectively reflect, articulate or represent whatever people are rallying around become de facto leaders, whether they were intending to or not.\n\nRosa Parks wasn\'t seeking to change the course of history. She took a stand against indignity. She wasn\'t intending to become a leader, but was thrust into that position by the people who valued her action.', 0, '1', '', '', 7179, 259),
(7200, 3355, 'The Leadership Development Carnival &#8211; Back to Football Edition is Up! &laquo; TalentedApps', '', 'http://talentedapps.wordpress.com/2010/09/05/the-leadership-development-carnival-back-to-football-edition-is-up/', '72.233.69.25', '2010-09-05 13:34:05', '2010-09-05 18:34:05', '[...] Erin Schreyer and Mike Henry&#8217;s What Really Makes You a Leader? [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7201, 3355, 'The Leadership Blog Carnival: Take a spin | RoundtableTalk', '', '', '74.200.245.184', '2010-09-08 08:50:24', '2010-09-08 13:50:24', '[...] Schreyer and Mike Henry team up to give us some spicy grub with What Really Makes You a Leader? posted at Lead Change Group. Seems like everyone has an opinion on this one, with over 70 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7202, 3355, 'Ken Wessel', 'khwessel@cinci.rr.com', 'http://kenwesselorg.blogspot.com/', '71.72.214.246', '2010-09-08 17:05:59', '2010-09-08 22:05:59', 'I work with 12 premises in guiding leaders development.  It is understood that a person must stand accountable for own development and not be diverted by external influence.  Otherwise their \"development\" is not sustainable and will fall short of achieving potential.\n\nForemost premise: \"The aim of a person when leading is to be an influence in the lives of others.\"  In order to be a constructive influence a leader must make a conscious will based decision to take the lead in a particular situation.  Ground for will is personal core values that we believe a person must portray authentically.  Decision to lead is never made casually, always internally generated and not compormised by external influence.\n\nLeader (and others) grow in character as consequence of struggle with temptation, threat, and adversity as they aim to hold true to core values.  Character development is always the result of deep, values based testing.\n\nSecond and timely premise:  \"Leadership does not occur as the result of assignment, certification, or seniority.\"  Common and automatic reference to highly placed individuals, experts, politicians and media pundits as \"leaders\" when most are clueless about leading and tend to be \"misleading.\"  These references have left the public in a cynical and doubtful position about leading which makes our task more challenging and much more urgent.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7203, 3355, 'Kelly Welch', 'kelly@yescareerservices.com', 'http://www.yescareerservices.com', '70.144.173.184', '2010-09-24 15:52:41', '2010-09-24 20:52:41', 'Erin,\n\nI smirked a little when I heard you describe the Green Beret\'s comment.\n\nMy seven year old attends a very special school which is making a great impact on his (and our family\'s) life. It\'s the AB Combs Leadership magnet elementary school. http://combses.wcpss.net/ Here, his curriculum is steeped in a foundation of Covey\'s Seven Habits, and is of the firm belief that these children (all of us, for that matter) lead in different ways, at different times each day. That we should celebrate our strengths and use them to better others and the world around us.\n\nTo witness the principal Muriel Summers and Vice Principal Michael Armstrong plus their administration in action is nothing short of inspiring. The real delight, though, are the children. These are some of the most well-behaved, respected, and polite children in any school that I\'ve seen. The administration expects the children to display LEAD (Loyalty, Excellence, Achievement and Discipline) all day, every day at school. Administration walks the talk, and supports the children to stretch past the \'standards\'.\n\nThe children are centered on personal leadership and encouraged to be the best they can be and to MAKE mistakes, as from this comes true grace and knowledge. Here\'s a direct quote from their site about the Leadership Model program:\n\n\"Each quarter of the school year, students identify and set their own personal academic goals. Using Baldrige criteria, data collection and data analysis practices, children track their progress and growth over the course of the school year. Students also learn social etiquette and develop communication and presentation skills through student-lead programming including a daily news broadcast, school-wide assemblies, community service projects, and an innovative Leader of the Week Program featuring local, state and national leaders.\"\n\nThis program is highly supported by General Hugh Shelton and his Leadership Initiative program at NC State University, \"Leading Organizations that Embrace Change\". The story of AB Combs begins that as new principal with a strategic choice of magnet focus, principal Muriel Summers (inspired by seeing Covey present live and in person) interviewed who she deemed to be the stakeholders for the school- not the parents, but local business professionals. Corporate and small business leaders told her that true leadership cannot be taught on the job, that it is core to a human\'s fundamental understanding of morality, ethics, and trust. That the confidence that comes from understanding ones\' strengths and limitations makes for very effective teams, comprised of \'leaders\', as well as \'individual contributors\'. The combination of leadership nurture should begin as soon as possible in life to ensure this. Combs went from a school that nearly lost funding to continue to, with the new Leadership focus, Magnet School of the Year in the USA within 2 years of the change! Companies like Cisco and Lego are great supporters of AB Combs and schools from all over the world work with Combs to benchmark from their standards. see: http://www.theleaderinme.org/books.html for Covey\'s book which showcases Combs and Summers as the beginning of a movement!\n\nEach one of these children is commended for their leadership each day and as far as I know not one of them has commanded a troop.\n\nSo, it is with gratitude that I support you putting this post up and revealing further to the world that leadership is multifaceted, and comes in different forms. We can find it in the tiniest actions in all of us, we can recognize it and encourage it at all ages. True leadership comes from being the best we can be, making mistakes, and learning from them to become strong and conscientious humans, wherever we end up as adults.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7204, 3355, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-11-14 21:57:07', '2010-11-15 03:57:07', 'Kelly, thanks so much for posting your comment...and with such a wonderful school example!!!  I just love what they are doing!!!  I can\'t wait to see what becomes of these children as they grow and continue on their leadership path.  BRAVO!!', 0, '1', '', '', 7203, 256),
(7205, 3355, 'David', 'Fonsbo@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/david/', '86.52.69.182', '2010-11-18 13:04:38', '2010-11-18 19:04:38', 'It\'s a great article and of course we all have the ability to lead from where we are. We ALL have an inner leader which we have to use to get from the one end of life to the other. But not every body use their inner leader.\n\nThat said I also think that most leaders today believe that the solutions they have applied in the pas will sufice in the future. Unfortunately we are at a place in evolution where past experience will eradicate all of us if we continue. Yesterdays solutions applied to tomorrows promlems will be disastrous. The leaders of the future must act from heart and wholeness - simple as that!\n\nWe have to solve problems an a new way now. We have to forget everything we have learned about leadership, and instead be open, intuitive, present, aware and creative. We have to invent new solutions as we go. We are all leaders of our own lives.\n\nIt hit me as a hammer in the face that our leaders did not have the skills to predict this worldwide financial crisis we are in the middle of rigt now. Not even 2 days before it began rolling did the see anything. Now they are running around like chickens without heads pretending they know what to do about it while countries like Greece, Portugal and Spain are on the way to bankrupcy. Things happen and then they react... ooopppss!\n\nWe are all equally leaders. Except from those with 50 years of experience. They can\'t lead anything in the future!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7206, 3355, 'Norma Hennessy', 'norma.hennessy@gmail.com', '', '203.122.227.78', '2011-01-11 22:57:05', '2011-01-12 04:57:05', 'Very well said and very well put!  I\'ve gone through life feeling I\'ve lived three hundred only  to learn that life\'s essence is in the simplicity of the heart of a child!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7207, 3355, 'Daniel J.P. Mueller', 'Daniel@SOLIDexecutive.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/danielmueller/', '70.114.166.227', '2011-04-01 07:38:15', '2011-04-01 12:38:15', 'When I think: \"What really makes me a leader\", a thought comes to mind: \"The inner person\". Which leads me to a conclusion: I better work more on the inside than on the outside. Here is some self-coaching: Daniel needs to lead more from the inside out. I can get caught up in the trappings of the C-suite, and the smell of power which emanates from the Boardroom. So for me, this question has provoked me to action: work more on the inside, and let the outside take care of itself.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7208, 3355, 'What Really Makes You a Leader? - Lead Change Group | Voices in the Feminine | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/voices-in-the-feminine/p/575739340/what-really-makes-you-a-leader-lead-change-group', '89.30.105.121', '2011-10-22 22:08:04', '2011-10-23 03:08:04', '[...]  What Really Makes You a Leader? - Lead Change Group          A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post referencing a recent family summer vacation to Hilton Head.&nbsp; I experienced such joy watching my children during that......     Source: leadchangegroup.com [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7209, 3355, 'Ifeanyi O Asonye', 'ifeanyiao@globrocks.com', '', '208.79.15.163', '2011-11-23 11:39:43', '2011-11-23 17:39:43', 'The current Global Leadership Crisis exposed a lot, then with the call for Change- People of the world have extremely high expectations and demand such of their Global Leadership in the areas of Integrity with Words and Action Aligned consistently.\n\nLeadership comes down still to whom we truly are, our personal journey, experiences that shape and mold us as we consistently improve... We drill and hammer ourselves into that Character if needed and live it permanently.\n\nThen come questions like: What we stand/stood for when tested? How we deal with tough Leadership challenges PRACTICALLY. How do we affect other people around, like our teams, peers, and how many, ...when providing purpose, direction and motivation to accomplish an individual task, a team and business mission, goals and dreams?\n\nOne can find out by asking basic questions, knowing and growing into their own unique Leadership style. I\'d practice and constantly reflect, do soul searching within personal values, character, traits and then into words- A personal definition of Leadership as follows:\n\nIFEANYI O ASONYE’S DEFINITION OF LEADERSHIP\n\nIfeanyi O. Asonye\'s definition of Leadership is the \"Inspiration of Individuals, Teams and Organizations to reach their Full Potentials, Individuals to live Fulfilling lives; Unifying and Motivating them to accomplish and/or exceed Personal and Organizational Goals and Dreams\".\n\nI highly recommend a \'Personal Definition Of Leadership\' for Everyone, and AnyOne.\n\nMay God Bless You, Your Personal Journey and Experiences in this Global Leadership space. God Bless all our Endeavors  toward a Positive Change!\n\nSincerely,\n\nIfeanyi O Asonye\nArchitect IT- Business Technology Solutions &amp; Services\nGlobrocks Corporation\n\nFeel free to connect as follows:\nFacebook: http://facebook.com/ifeanyioasonye\nLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/ifeanyiasonye\nTwitter: http://twitter.com/ifeanyiasonye\nWebsite: http://www.globrocks.com/ourglobalconsultants/ifeanyioasonye.html', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7210, 3414, 'Tweets that mention Focus and Excellence | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/leadchangegroup.com/focus-excellence/?utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-08-20 06:38:57', '2010-08-20 11:38:57', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., card4net. card4net said: RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a>: Focus and Excellence - What are your core values? Today&#039;s #LeadChange post http://bit.ly/c1vzYd [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7211, 3414, 'Jen Kuhn', 'jen@theexperiencefactor.com', 'http://theexperiencefactor.com', '75.52.160.50', '2010-08-20 06:45:54', '2010-08-20 11:45:54', 'Hi Mike,\n\nI like your two leading ideas: focus and excellence.  It seems one precedes the other.  I\'m currently reading Ruthless Focus by Thomas Hall and Wally Block.  A simple concept, yet also a battle cry of sorts.  As your example points out, all of us, much the same as Stradivarius have multiple areas vying for our attention.  To give one attention does not necessarily imply less focus on another.  I appreciate your mention and elaboration on Steve Keatings\' discussion of core values.  Those are what can help determine our focus.  Loss of core values can send us down a path of self-destruction or at minimum, a path of lesser value.\nThank you for the post,\nJen', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7212, 3414, 'Thomas Waterhouse', 'tdwclients@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/encouraging/', '68.200.233.243', '2010-08-20 07:55:58', '2010-08-20 12:55:58', 'This is a thought-provoking post Mike! I Tweeted my “core values” last year, and this is a good opportunity to share them.\n\n\n“Simplicity” is one of my core values. It makes me feel good just to say it out loud. How about you?\n\n“Excellence” is one of my core values. It frees me from artificial standards and judgment. I’m always good enough, and sometimes more!\n\nMy next core value is “transcendence”. I nurture hopes and dreams that exceed what seems practical or even possible! Are you a “transcendent”?\n\n“Charity” is one of my core values. It loves others more that it loves self. May we always give more than we take!\n\nMy last core value is “serenity”. In its stillness, the truth speaks quietly. Be still, and know.\n\n\nHow can you help? Keep adding value through Lead Change. You\'re touching lives in ways that you may never know... but know that you are! :)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 254),
(7213, 3414, 'stephanie', 'tomdulmage@comcast.net', 'http://educationvisionleadership.edublogs.org', '68.40.82.83', '2010-08-20 09:25:22', '2010-08-20 14:25:22', 'My first core value is very closely related to relationship building.  It is trust.\n\nMy second core value is creativity withing the realm of thinking and learning.\n\nMy third core value is passion - be passionate very day and about everything you engage in.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7214, 3414, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.105.18', '2010-08-20 11:41:29', '2010-08-20 16:41:29', 'You most certainly are, Thomas! I love reading what you have to say, both here and elsewhere. Thanks for being a living example of your core values. There\'s hope for us all! :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 7212, 259),
(7215, 3414, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.105.18', '2010-08-20 11:45:07', '2010-08-20 16:45:07', 'Mike, what a great post! I can\'t help but to think... When I hear \"Stradivarius\" (kudos for being able to spell it!), it brings very specific thoughts to mind; excellence, brilliance, perfection. When people speak my name, what specific thoughts come to their minds? And, even more importantly, what thoughts do I WANT to have come to their minds? Once I know what I want people to associate with me, then I can begin the process of building that into my interactions with them as well as into my daily existence.\n\nThanks for the inspiration!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 259),
(7216, 3414, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '75.88.108.19', '2010-08-21 13:53:15', '2010-08-21 18:53:15', 'Mike - this is a great post, and something I\'ve been looking at often over the last several years - always going back to check in again with my heart to see if my values are the same as they were previously.\n\nMy core values are truth, wisdom, love and forgiveness.\n\nIf I always seek the truth of every situation, I will gain insight to the underlying issues and will better understand what to do next. Truth creates clarity and focus.\n\nLove and forgiveness give us the presence of mind to remember that we are human, and each of us is doing the best we can with what we know at the time.  Continuous exploration and learning from books, experiences and, yes, mistakes, help us to become better.  Love and forgiveness keep us from judgement, and clear the way for wisdom.  .\n\nWisdom for me is knowing the next right step, even when I am unsure of the next ten.  And trusting that my vision for the world (particularly our leadership) will pull me forward.  It is core to my insatiable need to learn and share with others.\n\nThese core values, along with my gifts and talents are what make me credible to everyone with whom I work, play and live.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 266),
(7217, 3414, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2010-08-22 16:54:38', '2010-08-22 21:54:38', 'Georgia, thanks for the insight and discussion on values.  I appreciate your mention of wisdom.  That\'s the area I challenge (and question) myself the most.\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 7216, 243),
(7218, 3414, 'Simon Hay', 'simonhay_healer@bigpond.com', 'http://blog.simonhay.com.au/', '123.211.79.97', '2010-08-23 07:09:38', '2010-08-23 12:09:38', 'Hi Mike, my core values are faith, passion, and the expression of potential. I want my identity and work to be an evolving force. These things will make me happy and bring me peace. Underlying this drive has to respect and self awareness. Values are being compassion are being bulldozed by marketing. Too many people are selling and not acting or creating change.\n\nI loved your post. Talk soon, Simon.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7219, 3414, 'Chad Balthrop', 'cbalth28@hotmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/chadbalthrop/', '70.185.241.208', '2010-09-07 23:57:36', '2010-09-08 04:57:36', 'Mike and Georgia,\n\nGreat posts. I\'ve always thought of wisdom as, \"knowing what to do with what you know.\" I heard about two great chess masters discussing what made them great. The younger chess master said, \"A truly great master thinks at least 5 moves ahead.\" The older, better player thoughtfully responds, \"No. The greatest masters only think one move ahead. It\'s just always the right move.\"\n\nThis is wisdom, a remarkable core value to pursue and one that leads to focus and excellence! Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 7216, 265),
(7220, 3459, 'Tweets that mention Leadership Character Webinar Episode 3 Influence – Leading Up | Lead Change Group -- Topsy.com', '', 'http://topsy.com/trackback?url=http%3A%2F%2Fleadchangegroup.com%2Fleadership-character-episode-3-influence-leading-up%2F%3Fsms_ss%3Dtwitter&amp;utm_source=pingback&amp;utm_campaign=L2', '208.74.66.43', '2010-09-21 09:05:34', '2010-09-21 14:05:34', '[...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr., Jane Perdue. Jane Perdue said: #LeadChange Contributing Members - pls join me this afternoon at 3 pm ET for a webinar &quot;Leading Up-Put the Straw Away&quot; http://ow.ly/2Hpwe [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7221, 3473, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.18.37', '2010-08-24 15:28:01', '2010-08-24 20:28:01', 'Great post, Mark! I wholeheartedly agree, especially with the point that we must fill ourselves so that we can flow over to others. (\"Water can only be drawn from a full well.\") So often, we forget in serving others that we need to replenish ourselves as well, then we grow tired and ineffective. When I was still a fairly new single parent (over a decade ago), I was constantly reminded by a friend that I had to take care of my needs first in order to meet the needs of others. If I over-extended myself serving others, then everyone suffered. As a character-based leader, this means growing and improving, nourishing and replenishing those characteristics that are uniquely ours from which we can nurture our followers. Thanks for reminding us of that today, Mark!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 259),
(7222, 3473, 'Mark Oakes', 'moakes@concentricsecurity.com', 'http://www.concentricsecurity.com', '70.88.159.217', '2010-08-24 16:21:40', '2010-08-24 21:21:40', 'Thanks much, Tara! :-)\n\nExcellent. Your parenthood reference is an excellent example of character-based leadership in action! YES, in order to pour ourselves into others (especially our childrent) we must invest the time to grow personally.\n\nI greatly appreciate your input!\n\nAll my best,\n\nMark', 0, '1', '', '', 7221, 0),
(7223, 3473, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://www.gianaconsulting.com', '68.13.251.23', '2011-04-21 09:28:38', '2011-04-21 14:28:38', 'Great Message Mark!\n\nThis was one of my favorite lines in the post.  \"Trying times aren’t a call for character-based leadership. They are the crucible that creates them.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7224, 3539, 'David Weale', 'dweale@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/davidweale/', '118.173.84.25', '2010-08-30 10:01:10', '2010-08-30 15:01:10', 'It\'s true, Mike. I\'m so new to it - only a handful of twitter followers, a few blog posts, etc (so maybe I\'m not in a place to comment, but here goes anyway).\n\nI just read the two posts you linked and those do seem like the big pitfalls. I wonder what would happen if everyone simply took stock of what really ignites them, what their journey is all about, then made that revelation their content. What would it look like? I\'m just wondering, with all the diversity, and genius, and unique perspectives, whether the content would be so much richer... I\'m just guessing that it may be...\n\nIn a way, if we stay true to ourselves, numbers and \'retweets\' etc, need not concern us at all... Just sharing something that means something to you that others may find of some value is perhaps better... (\'you\' being generic by the way).', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7225, 3539, 'Going for Gr-r-reat! &laquo; KnowledgeBishop&#039;s Mission', '', 'http://knowledgebishop.com/2010/09/03/going-for-gr-r-reat/', '72.233.104.105', '2010-12-14 15:10:59', '2010-12-14 21:10:59', '[...] Leaders Serving Leaders by Mike Henry, Sr. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7226, 3545, 'Tim Kaiser', 'timothymkaiser@gmail.com', 'http://www.timkaiserOnline.com', '209.195.144.74', '2010-08-31 11:44:33', '2010-08-31 16:44:33', 'I agree. Very accute observation. It is about principals, honor, for a purpose and people. Inspiring others to act is extremely important.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7227, 3545, 'Tristan Bishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '67.97.209.36', '2010-09-01 08:11:40', '2010-09-01 13:11:40', 'Thank you Tim! It\'s so true, what one can do for many pales in comparison to what many can do as one.', 0, '1', '', '', 7226, 253),
(7228, 3545, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.76.2', '2010-09-01 10:12:58', '2010-09-01 15:12:58', 'Hi, Tristan.\n\nI loved your post. It was fun thinking back to watching Tony on TV, and wondering what message my kids walk away with from their TV time now. I think I\'ll have to ask them, or perhaps settle in with my boy this weekend and watch for a bit with him.\n\nYou are so right when you talk about the difference between good leaders and great ones. The great ones never seem to think along the lines of \"what\'s in it for them.\" They\'re other-focused, and are not \"put out\" when a pupil surpasses them. In all honesty, it\'s probably what they want most.\n\nAt this point right now, I would have to say that Mike Henry qualifies as a great leader for me. He has an objective and a goal, which is building character-based leaders. But he has been going about it by bringing leaders together from all over the world, taking the time to learn about them and become their friend, He\'s created hope in me by taking me out of the isolation of a single-proprietor, home-based business and connecting me to a larger world, even providing me with my own \"advisory board\" in the form of our regular Round Table talks, And he\'s made a difference in my life, and many others I\'m sure. He\'s a man of principle and character, and I\'m truly blessed to have met him at this time in my life.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 259),
(7229, 3545, 'Tristan Bishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '67.97.209.36', '2010-09-01 15:21:09', '2010-09-01 20:21:09', 'Hi Tara,\n\nThank you for sharing this. I appreciate yet another window into the ways Mike Henry is serving our community. He has certainly encouraged me to step out and speak up about all that matters to me.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 253),
(7230, 3545, '30 Thursday (well, just 15) &laquo; Musings on Marketing and other Morsels', '', 'http://reallifemadman.wordpress.com/2010/09/02/30-thursday-well-just-15/', '66.135.48.206', '2010-09-02 12:07:17', '2010-09-02 17:07:17', '[...] 1. Interesting post from my friend <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@KnowledgeBishop</a> on grreat leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7231, 3545, 'Going for Gr-r-reat! &laquo; KnowledgeBishop&#039;s Mission', '', 'http://knowledgebishop.com/2010/09/03/going-for-gr-r-reat/', '72.233.2.73', '2010-09-03 07:53:13', '2010-09-03 12:53:13', '[...] 3, 2010 by KnowledgeBishop Leave a Comment   Originally posted by the Lead Change Group.  As a lad, I lived for Saturday morning cartoons. Long before DVR, a boy [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(7232, 3551, 'Tristan Bishop', 'knowledgebishop@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/knowledgebishop/', '67.97.209.36', '2010-09-01 08:07:51', '2010-09-01 13:07:51', 'Thank you, Jane. Your words are like a long look in a clear mirror. From my youth, I\'ve longed to BE \"someone\", so that I could DO something about all that ails. But as the \"becoming\" flies by, the temptation of ego tugs like a tractor beam. A reminder like this is refreshing, life-giving and decidedly welcome.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 253),
(7233, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-01 08:51:43', '2010-09-01 13:51:43', 'Tristan - you\'re obviously already an emotionally intelligent leader who maximizes self-awareness!  Being open to those periodic bouts of introspection make all the difference in whether or not we\'re effective as real leaders, as Susan Mazza would say!', 0, '1', '', '', 7232, 251),
(7234, 3551, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.76.2', '2010-09-01 09:24:12', '2010-09-01 14:24:12', 'Hi, Jane.\n\nGreat post! When I read Mitch Joel\'s blog earlier this week, I was sadden by the condition he found himself in. It is reasonable to fall into the trap of narcissism if what we do each and every day is focus on ourselves; if we only have the time to respond to social media that\'s directed specifically to us; if we are continually broadcasting \"our message.\"\n\nBut as I often tell my clients, \"social\" media is about being *social.* If you walk into a room where there are various groups of people talking and interject yourself into conversations which you invariably steer towards being all about you, your popularity won\'t last long. Being social is a two-way street. It\'s about listening to what others have to say, and then sharing your thoughts and insights while valuing those of others around you. You don\'t have to agree with what everyone says. But when you disagree, show respect and clarity of thought, or respectfully bow out of the conversation.\n\nAs character-based leaders, our focus isn\'t on accomplishing a specific task or fulfilling assigned quotas. It\'s on equipping our organization, clients, colleagues and fellow leaders so that they can do the things they do best. It\'s on building them up, offering course corrections and sanity checks where needed, and  allowing them to experience the satisfaction of a job well done. Someone tweeted earlier this week about how good leaders take more credit than their share then things go wrong, and less credit than their fair share when they go right. The same thing applies to social media. We\'re here to help one another, building one another up, helping us each reach our individual goals. We\'re filling a vacuum that many corporations have left behind by undervaluing their leaders.\n\nIf I use a Google alert or search regularly on my brand and name, it can be viewed as much as a humility check and an accountability check as a vanity check. It all depends on our heart motive and our perspective. Am I \"checking myself out in the mirror\" to make sure I\'m properly put together (shirt\'s buttoned straight and tucked in, not missing an earring, etc.) or because I\'m so enamored of my reflection that nothing else matters? When people truly do approach things from a narcissistic viewpoint, it\'s readily apparent and most people choose \"not to play that game.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 259),
(7235, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-01 15:32:59', '2010-09-01 20:32:59', 'Tara - what excellent observations you make about how we choose to present ourselves whether inperson or on social media! As you point out, it’s all about where we choose to direct our lives, as Kofi Annan says: “To live is to choose. But to choose well, you must know who you are and what you stand for, where you want to go and why you want to get there.” Thanks for stopping by and sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 7234, 251),
(7236, 3551, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2010-09-01 15:40:20', '2010-09-01 20:40:20', 'I love the idea of taking stock in the most objective way possible, and this is sometimes difficult.  All of us are trying to live our lives with purpose, in essence to be someone.  The questions remain.  What do you want to be, for whom are you trying to be this, and what are you willing to do in order to be?  And the of course that final step, what will you do if you actually are what you long to be?  That long look in the mirror should help clarify these for each of us.\n\nThank you for your continued thoughts, Jane  :)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(7237, 3551, 'Kevin W. Grossman', 'kgrossman@glowan.com', 'http://glowan.com/wordpress/', '75.149.52.82', '2010-09-01 15:44:24', '2010-09-01 20:44:24', 'Jane, to be simply honest it\'s both for me (we-centered as you put it).  I\'m all about transparency, authenticity and being \"me\" and won\'t be apologetic about the fact that I use social media for personal branding and marketing and networking -- but I also share valuable content from others in leadership, marketing and business, and I generate awareness about causes close to my heart like domestic violence and violence against women prevention.  And parenting quips being a father of two girls.\n\n;)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7238, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-01 16:54:50', '2010-09-01 21:54:50', 'Deb - you are so right that introspection is necessary yet challenging and that living a purposeful life is the bottom line for our existence.  I\'m in a quote frame of mind, prompted by the questions you note we need to ask ourselves: \"The purpose of life is to discover your gift. The meaning of life is to give your gift away.\" ~David Viscott. Thanks much for your thoughtful insights!', 0, '1', '', '', 7236, 251),
(7239, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-01 16:59:19', '2010-09-01 21:59:19', 'Kevin - I so enjoy your parenting quips! Checking your social media stats, and using the medium to promote your business, doesn\'t make you me-centered in my view.  Just a smart businessperson.', 0, '1', '', '', 7237, 251),
(7240, 3551, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '184.57.239.217', '2010-09-01 18:55:53', '2010-09-01 23:55:53', 'Jane, you ARE the HR Goddess!!  What I love most about your post is that you\'re not encouraging a style that looks a particular way.  Instead, you encourage people to be AUTHENTIC!!!\n\nThis is SO important in social media.  Just as in leadership, you simply can\'t fake your way through.  At some point, you WILL get caught in an inconsistency!\n\nThat said, I do hope that people choose to be more giving and generous than ego-centric.  So many people are able to learn and be encouraged by the Twitterverse.  Let\'s keep building that momentum!!!\n\nThanks for your contributions, Jane!  I always learn something valuable!!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 256),
(7241, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-02 07:39:06', '2010-09-02 12:39:06', 'Erin - you are the strength and wisdom goddess! The simple, complicated beauty of life, leadership, social media, etc. is that we DO get to choose. You can hope that people select the altuistic path, seeking to make a positive difference; but if they don\'t, well, they don\'t! Love the opportunity to share and learn with YOU!', 0, '1', '', '', 7240, 251),
(7242, 3551, 'Souzi', 'souzifrancis@hotmail.com', '', '38.114.195.84', '2010-09-02 07:53:34', '2010-09-02 12:53:34', 'I think social media has taken us all by whirlwind and it won\'t stop.  I also think that generational differences may come into great play here.  Millenials are obsessed with FB &amp; Twitter, and those each have their benefits, but it becomes insane when a person feels the need to share everything that happens in their daily life! The Harvard Business article put it beautifully by stating that narrating your entire life is \"narcissistic clutter\". (awesome read btw, http://bit.ly/d4kcYg)  Let\'s face it, not every part of life is that interesting, but it does seem that younger generations believe that all they do throughout a normal day is actually interesting.  I see this with my younger cousin who seems to document every action via FB statuses...to the point where I had to block him.\n\nI think there is a fine line between the selfish sharing versus the \'we\' mentality and people need to be aware of not only their intentions, but also the consequences.  What you share with others is out in the virtual world for all to see, including potential &amp; current employers.  As web 2.0 takes organizations by storm, all levels in an organization will be checking each other out...Do you really want your boss or hiring managers to see what your status updates us?  That\'s the question we should all ask before sharing and baring it all!\n\nEmotional intelligence is the only way a person can get themselves right...but I think it\'s difficult for individuals to do because it requires shining an honest mirror at YOUr own face...seems that these days, people have mirrors &amp; lights shining on them, this is where the narcissistic behavior stems, but clearer those are funny mirrors that make it all look good.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7243, 3551, 'Thomas McDaniels', 'pastortom@lifebridge.tv', 'http://www.lifebridge.tv', '38.107.246.206', '2010-09-02 08:28:27', '2010-09-02 13:28:27', 'This is a great post.  I think all of us need a reminder of why we are doing, what we are doing.  Keep up the good work.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7244, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-02 08:43:11', '2010-09-02 13:43:11', 'Souzi - you\'re right that social media presents us with new communication opportunities like sharing that you\'ve had a chicken salad sandwich for lunch or just completed a workout at the gym. The EI fine line element comes into play with the question of value add. A 2009 study by Career Builder reported that 45% of employers did check social networks as part of their employment process, so the counsel you\'re providing is spot-on.  Good stuff -- thanks for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 7242, 251),
(7245, 3551, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', '', '76.23.122.90', '2010-09-03 05:33:26', '2010-09-03 10:33:26', 'Thomas - thanks for stopping by and sharing such kind words!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7246, 3551, 'Jack King', 'drjeking@yahoo.com', 'http://www.NorthForkCSL.org', '67.237.173.216', '2010-09-04 09:45:07', '2010-09-04 14:45:07', 'Jane, thank you for sharing such a great post!  Your kindness in mentioning the seminal work of NorthFork is encouraging, deeply humbling, and so very much appreciated.\n\nAs I read your post, I couldn\'t help but think life is a matter of the heart.  The moment we make it something else, its graceful lines become rigid.  The same thing, I believe, holds true for social media.  Archimedes said, \"Give me where to stand, and I will move the earth.\"  Social media is that place, or at least it can be.  What matters, of course, like you and others have so eloquently stated, is our intent.  We have choices; it truly is up to us.  Where leadership and social media converge is in our desire and ability to participate.  Through social media, we can leverage the world (e.g., \'move the earth\') to serve another\'s need, to lift them to new heights, to put them within reach of their own dreams.  Through social media, we can be helpful.  We can find the things worth doing, and do them.  Through social media, we can empower, we can equip, we can meet others where they are and, while, there, we can make a positive difference in the life of one, or in the life of many.  Either way, we become the change we want to see.  We become visible.  In so doing, we begin to develop trust, to build relationships, and to strengthen communities, great and small.  In short, we begin to lead, and to do so with love.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(7247, 3551, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.212.242', '2010-09-04 17:23:14', '2010-09-04 22:23:14', 'Beautifully (and eloquently) said Tristan!', 0, '1', '', '', 7232, 0),
(7248, 3551, 'Susan Mazza', 'susan@randomactsofleadership.com', 'http://www.randomactsofleadership.com', '66.177.212.242', '2010-09-04 17:52:54', '2010-09-04 22:52:54', 'Thanks for the great food for thought Jane.  You provide a great nudge to awareness and reminder to check in with ourselves (I.e. myself!): are my actions matching my true intentions and commitments?\n\nI also think a lot of people fail to effectively promote themselves for fear of occurring narcicistic.  So we also need to be mindful of not letting that fear stop us from stepping up and stepping out. At some point we have to trust ourselves.  Some people will see the authenticity of our intentions, and some may not.  As you put it, success begins with you getting things right with you.\n\nAnd some will not like what we stand for.  Great people with noble intentions are challenged every day.  The bigger the stand and the more public the presence, often the more \"brutal\" the attacks can be.  If we cannot stand strong in our own intentions we will never be able to leverage the opportunity of social media to exponentiate the difference we can make in the world.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
