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Dr. Martin Gutmann - Why Haven't You Heard of Roald Amundsen?
Dec 10, 2020
Dr. Martin Gutmann discusses Roald Amundsen's exceptional polar exploration achievements and leadership, contrasting them with British expeditions. He delves into exploring historical leadership cases in business education and shares personal reading recommendations, highlighting the importance of accurate leader evaluation.
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- Roald Amundsen's unparalleled success in polar exploration marks him as a standout leader in history.
- Historians can provide more accurate assessments of leaders' roles over time, thanks to neutral mindsets and better sources.
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Martin Gutmann's Transition from Historian to Management Departments
Martin Gutmann discusses his background as a historian and his transition to working in management departments for nearly a decade. His historical research and teaching focus on how individuals shape social processes, laying a foundation for his later exploration of leadership. Through his experiences and roots in Minnesota, Gutmann developed a keen interest in leadership dynamics.
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