

The one question every aspiring leader needs to ask | Constance Hockaday
40 snips Jan 23, 2023
Constance Hockaday, an artist and TED Fellow, shares her insights on inclusive leadership and the power of mentorship. She recounts a transformative experience with a trans-Atlantic community raft leader, emphasizing the importance of voicing hopes and desires. Hockaday advocates for diverse leadership approaches that empower individuals. She also highlights the role of artistic expression in addressing societal challenges and underscores the necessity of empathetic listening to create meaningful connections in communities.
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Traditional Leadership Models
- Traditional Western leadership models often involve practiced postures derived from a white, male embodiment of power.
- These behaviors have become so intertwined with authority that they often feel like the only way to lead.
The Artist Presidents Project
- Constance Hockaday, an artist and leadership developer, invited artists to create leadership makeovers.
- These "artist presidents" created public addresses and portraits, exploring inclusive leadership performances.
The Struggle for Agency
- Many individuals struggle to articulate their desires with authority due to a lack of belief in their own agency.
- This often stems from societal and cultural conditioning.