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August 26, 2004
Beyond the limits
Rob had me read a short chapter on Discipline, Leadership from Beyond the Limits.
Sir Raluph Fiennes leads off talking about obedience and discipline in conditions of war. Blah, blah, blah later, he writes, "...it would seem sensible for a leader, in choosing his team, to seek out naturally loyal individuals rather than knowingly lay up trouble for himself or herself by taking self-avowed critics." I agree. What this planet needs is a few strong leaders, and blind obedience from the rest of you. Obviously most real life situations correspond closely to firefights. Decisions in this context are best made by those of us who think clearly and are always right, even when we're not.
Posted by Mark at August 26, 2004 10:53 AM