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Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Scott J. Allen, Ph.D.

Dr. Keith Grint - A Cartography of Resistance: Leadership, Management, and Command

May 15, 2024
Dr. Keith Grint, a renowned Professor Emeritus at Warwick University, discusses the importance of resistance in leadership, management, and command. He explores historical and current examples of resistance movements, followership, and the significance of aligning leadership strategies. The conversation highlights the nuances of resistance narratives and the blend of history with leadership studies.
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Quick takeaways

  • Management deals with 'tame problems,' while command is for crises; leadership involves collaborative approaches for 'wicked problems.'
  • Resistance can both challenge and enable leadership, often preceding the need for effective strategies; followership plays a critical role in shaping leadership success.

Deep dives

Defining Leadership, Management, Command, and Followership

Management involves organizing 'tame problems,' whereas command is coercive control for crisis situations. Leadership is linked to collaborative approaches for 'wicked problems,' restricting it to the collaborative style. Followership is seen as critical as it sets the context for effective leadership.

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