PART 2: When is a dictator needed?

In last months blog, we talked about Joe Clark and how at some times we need an autocratic approach to leadership especially in times of crises and when you have little time to develop a consensus.

Here are some additional leadership lessons from Joe Clark as portrayed in the movie "Lean on Me."

1. Establish authority immediately.

It was quite ...

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Considering that Avatar is coming out in theaters again with the never before seen scenes, I thought it is time to share my last blog on the movie, especially since it is about leadership and war.

Jake Sully says a famous line in the movie that I can't forget because it could shake societies fundamental beliefs about people, human nature, and war.

Jake says: "I was a warrior who dreamed ...

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The question: Has President Obama demonstrated leadership on the health care reform?  The short answer is NO.  Now let me qualify that statement. I believe that if he was rated on a scale between 1 and 10, I would give him a 4.  I will explain why in this post.

The National Society of Leadership and Success, who I serve as a National Officer and Program Coordinator, outlines 6 basic ...

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I met one of the most amazing women in my life, her name is Alexis Jones. She is only 26 years old and has accomplished so much. Her accomplishments include: hiking Mount Everest, becoming a celebrity on the reality TV show “Survivor”, completed a master’s degree in only one year instead of the standard two at the University of Southern California, and created her own company called ...

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