The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast CNLP 657 | Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley on The Backstory of the One Minute Manager, Seagull Management, The Power of Simplicity and Brevity, And How To Stay Fit, Engaged, and Contributing at Age 85
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Jun 18, 2024 Legendary leadership expert Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley discuss the backstory of One Minute Manager, seagull management, simplicity in leadership, and staying fit at age 85. They explore metaphors in leadership, servant leadership, re-firing instead of retirement, and building trust through explicit communication. The conversation emphasizes collaboration, middle management, and the power of common sense principles in organizations.
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The One Minute Manager's Backstory
- Ken Blanchard met Spencer Johnson, a children's book writer, at a party.
- Johnson's wife suggested they write a simple management book together, leading to "The One Minute Manager."
Simplicity in Leadership
- Many management books are long and complex, but simpler is better.
- Blanchard's mission is to teach simple truths about leadership, inspired by his father's military leadership lessons.
Finding His Passion
- Blanchard's family discouraged his writing, believing it wasn't his strength.
- He discovered his passion for teaching and co-authored a textbook with Paul Hersey after taking his leadership class.