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Comment on Why Technology Managers Make Great Leaders by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:47:00 +0000

Thanks for sharing Brent.

Comment on Why Technology Managers Make Great Leaders by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:46:00 +0000

Great to hear from you again, Joe. I agree – hard to say. Though maybe we could add a key word to the phrase – “good”:

“Are they that way because they are (techies), or are they GOOD (techies) because they are that way?”

Again, admitting a bias here…. Thanks for contributing!

Comment on Why Technology Managers Make Great Leaders by Joe Marchese

Joe Marchese — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:39:00 +0000

Techies are certainly capable of all the attributes you cite, but the attributes are more important than the pedigree. Is this another instance of “are they that way because they are (techies), or are they (techies) because they are that way”? [Fill in the parentheses with just about any professional role... it usually works.] BTW, love the quotes… stole them for my quote wall.

Comment on Why Technology Managers Make Great Leaders by BrentTrickett

BrentTrickett — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:02:00 +0000

I agree. Tech guys aren’t just the stereotypical nerds in the basement anymore. They are able to drive our organizations to new levels.

Comment on How to Handle a Seagull Manager by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:34:00 +0000

Great question Ryan! I’ll answer that in my Tuesday post this week.

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Richard Angulo

Richard Angulo — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 16:28:00 +0000

Good one!

Comment on How to Handle a Seagull Manager by Ryan McKinney

Ryan McKinney — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:20:00 +0000

Any strategies for helping seagull managers realize they do this? Or actually holding them accountable for what they say and do?

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:36:00 +0000

Very true, Tina. Mr. Miyagi and his patient, “wax on, wax off” lessons. Thank you for the contribution!

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:33:00 +0000

You are absolutely right, Bob. Thank you for the great addition!

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Bob Viney

Bob Viney — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Ben, I think you missed one of the great personal leadership lessons from Yoda:

Yoda: Always with you it cannot be done.
Luke: All right, I’ll give it a try.
Yoda: NO! Try Not! Do or Do Not . .. there is no Try!
Luke: I can’t . . . it’s too big.
Yoda: Size matters not .. . judge me by my size? Only difference is in your mind . . you must UNlearn what you have learned.
Luke: You ask the impossible! I don’t believe it!
Yoda: And that is why you fail.

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Tina

Tina — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:08:00 +0000

Agreed, this is a fantastic analysis summary of the many parallels between Star Wars and leadership. Another one to draw great parallels from is The Karate Kid (original).

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:48:00 +0000

Thank you, Grif. Be sure to share it here as well.

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by YODA Leadership « Griffsbizblog

YODA Leadership « Griffsbizblog — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:38:39 +0000

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Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Griff

Griff — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:25:00 +0000

I like this so much I’m going to post a link on my blog! Great insights.

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Kari Scare

Kari Scare — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:18:00 +0000

Also, I am going to rewatch all my old favorite movies (Star Wars, LOTR, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, and others) looking for life lessons. I’ve noticed them before, but not since I started blogging. Your post has opened up my eyes to new ventures!

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:58:00 +0000

Great point Kari! I had not thought about the realistic example that Han Solo offers. Thank you for sharing and keep serving!

Comment on 7 Leadership Lessons from Yoda by Kari Scare

Kari Scare — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:54:00 +0000

There are many life lessons to be learned through Star Wars, and leadership is a big one. One of my favorite examples is that of Han Solo. He went from a selfish smuggler to someone who care for to the point of being will to die for others. He was daring and passionate and make a lot of interpersonal mistakes, but no one can discount his inspirational ability to lead. His progression as a person and a leader is a great example to follow.

Comment on Servant Leadership Manifesto by Seetha

Seetha — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:15:00 +0000

I am writing about Servant Leadership and wish to know about how servant leaders exercise power. Can you recommend some reading ..? Thank you

Comment on Joe Paterno Quotes – Great Quotes from a Great Leader by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:41:00 +0000

Another great one – thank you for the contribution, Nool!

Comment on Joe Paterno Quotes – Great Quotes from a Great Leader by Nool Phetak

Nool Phetak — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:46:00 +0000

You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. Thats the mark of a true professional. – Joe Paterno Quotes

May a great man rest in peace

Quotes

Comment on Dear Joe Paterno – One Alumni’s Letter to Our Fallen Coach by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:22:00 +0000

I really appreciate your comments, Drchase. In fact, I made many similar comparisons to my own grandfather while reflecting on the matter. Your expression of “innocence” given the culture in which JoePa was raised most of his life was very poignant.

Yet, leaders must be aware of the current culture. As leaders, we must adapt to our surroundings. So while I respected the man, this is why I remain aligned with the position above.

At the same time, his passing since writing this saddened me deeply. Which is why I choose to learn from his lessons – mostly good – and reflect on all the positive he gave us.

Comment on Dear Joe Paterno – One Alumni’s Letter to Our Fallen Coach by Drchase

Drchase — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:55:00 +0000

Ben, I appreciate your thoughts. I feel as if so many have lost perspective of Joe’s age and how abuse was not really recognized then as we know it today. I am not saying it in ignorance but honesty, My 73 year old grandfather in 1988 would have never thought of such a thing or fathomed it, I am sorry to say that it has only been in the past 10-20 years that we truly have had any child advocacy. I do however think those in charge should have done more and the parents who knew should have done more. I think Joe was like my 73 year old grandpa. I do not think Joe compromised his integrity – I do not even think it was ignorance – I think it was actually innocence – really everyday people cant imagine a jerry sandusky even today in all we know let alone in 1988 at Joe’s age.

Just something to think about.Best wishes

Comment on To Our Military: Thank You For Your Service by Mo

Mo — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:08:00 +0000

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you ALL !

Comment on Cleaning Baby Poop Helps Make Great Leaders by Ben Lichtenwalner

Ben Lichtenwalner — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:29:00 +0000

That was awfully “convenient” Charlie! However, I agree, more men need to step. Thanks for sharing. Keep serving.

Comment on Cleaning Baby Poop Helps Make Great Leaders by Charlie Lyons

Charlie Lyons — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:14:00 +0000

Cleaning poop is a regular part of my routine. Six months after the arrival of our first child, I had surgery on my right (dominant) shoulder; six weeks in a sling and a couple months of physiotherapy after that I was back changing poopy diapers. Many of my friends and colleagues joked about how nice it must be not to have to change Caleb’s diapers. “Not really,” I would reply. “It’s certainly not doing my wife any favours.”

BTW, more men need to step up and change more diapers.