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Leading Professional People

Chris Saul: Subtle power

Oct 16, 2023
Former Senior Partner of Slaughter and May, Chris Saul, delves into the use of subtle power in leadership. Topics include building consensus, maintaining independence, navigating loneliness in leadership roles, shaping board meeting agendas in soft industries, firm identity and strategy, and exploring consensus in leadership dynamics.
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  • Slaughter & May's leadership model emphasizes equality among partners.
  • Transitioning to advisory roles requires broad perspectives and diverse networking skills.

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Slaughter & May's Unique Leadership Model

Slaughter & May's model of leadership revolves around a long-established lockstep partnership structure where partners of the same vintage earn equally. The senior partner, elected by all partners, chairs the board and partners meeting, embodying a 'pater familias' role focused on managing the firm and client care.

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