Monthly Archives: July 2016

Greenleaf writes: I am indebted to Peter Senge for the idea of a ‘shared vision,’ for the importance of the individual, regardless of status, to claim the dream as one’s own. A condition for such a shared dream to prevail … Continue reading →

Greenleaf writes: …an indispensable condition for the persuasive power of leaders to be effective is that the institution is living out a great dream.   …the leader is seen as servant of the idea.  It is not ‘I,’ the ultimate leader, … Continue reading →

Greenleaf writes: [There are] some valid tests, some indicators that there may be real growth…  First, two paradoxes: a concurrent satisfaction and dissatisfaction with the status quo…  Then there is a concurrent feeling of broadening responsibilities and centering down…  There … Continue reading →

Greenleaf writes: Conformity has become a nasty word.  …The problem is to know conformity for what it is: a completely external adjustment to the group norm of behavior in the interest of group cohesiveness and effectiveness.  …always keep it in … Continue reading →

Today, gentle reader, instead of quoting Greenleaf and then commenting a bit I have decided to quote Greenleaf at length.  I invite you to spend some time reflecting upon his words. Greenleaf writes: [Consider] the consequences of stress and responsibility.  … Continue reading →