¶ … leaders face; these dilemmas are critical to the success of not only the leader, but of the organization he or she provides leadership for, according to the authors of an article in CNN Money (Stewart, et al., 1996).
What are the ideas in this article and how practical are they?
The authors' ideas are original and practical, which helps the reader grasp the importance of each one. Moreover, the authors specifically point out that these nine dilemmas, when faced in an open and honest evaluation and discussion, can empower employees (not exclusively "leaders" per se because anyone can lead if there is the right strategy) to help shape an organization to be creative and disciplined.
Personally I believe that it is important for a leader (or a person who strives to be a leader) to be constantly reaching out and embracing all the good ideas and strategies that are available. No one particular idea can be uses as the absolute answer when leadership is sought, and notwithstanding the learning about leadership that may have taken place at a university or a private training facility, professionals need to embrace all available ideas, and these nine ideas...
high-visibility leaders") is among the most obvious and practical concepts in leadership within organizations. I certainly agree that if the leadership simply "dominates the airwaves" it blocks out the possibility of others having their say, and people will feel like they are working in a place where their voices don't count and aren't heard. But on the other hand, CEOs and other executive managers can't just retreat to their ivory towers and let the action pass them by -- they must be heard and must lead.
The fourth idea (or dilemma that must be overcome) is "creativity vs. discipline," and it is a very important part of any discussion about leadership. Any company worth its salt is going to encourage people to "think outside the box," or, to be creative and fresh in their thinking. But on the other hand there has to be structure in order for the company to keep growing and making profit. A smart, alert, competent leader should promote creativity; he or she should ask employees, for example, to offer serious written suggestions for new and…
