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I have a history with this question – though not a political one. We did a number of activities related to learning leadership lessons from the Presidential Campaign last summer and fall. (Here and here and here are links to some information you will find interesting).
And now more than 6 months into [...]
On 60 Minutes last Sunday, President Obama visited with Steve Kroft for two segments (part 1, part 2). Throughout he talked about the start of his Presidency, the challenges he is facing and much more. One small comment about one of his habits is an important lesson for all of us as leaders.
He said that [...]
In just a few hours the waiting and talking will be over and Barrack Obama will become the 44th President of the United States. One of the key moments of the day, and perhaps the part most widely reported, will be his speech.
While many will watch and comment on the merit of the speech from [...]
A couple of days ago President-Elect Obama gave his first speech since being elected. Without getting into the all of the political details, from a leadership communication perspective, I believe his goals were to:
1. Recognize the current economic situation as less than desirable.
2. Create a sense of urgency
3. Outline a plan of action.
From a presentation [...]