Aiden M. A. Thornton
Complexity leadership researcher and practitioner with an interdisciplinary PhD in leadership, complexity, and cognition; inaugural Menzies Senior Research Fellow in Leadership and Complexity at ANU's School of Cybernetics and founder of psychometrics and leadership-practice initiatives.
Best podcasts with Aiden M. A. Thornton
Ranked by the Snipd community
14 snips
Sep 10, 2025 • 59min
Episode 4 - Dr Aiden MA Thornton - On complexity, worldviews, and 7 questions for the future of leadership
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Aiden M. A. Thornton, a complexity leadership expert and former Menzies Senior Research Fellow, dives into the evolving landscape of leadership development. He distinguishes between leader and leadership development, critiques fad-driven practices, and emphasizes the need for measurement literacy. Dr. Thornton presents seven guiding questions for the future of leadership, discusses how AI might reshape leadership roles, and highlights the importance of truth and ethics in decision-making. It's a thought-provoking exploration of complexity in leadership!
6 snips
Mar 25, 2024 • 32min
In conversation with Dr Aiden M. A. Thornton, Leadership Scientist and Management Consultant, and Menzies Senior Research Fellow, Leadership and Complexity
Dr. Aiden Thornton discusses leadership and complexity, emphasizing the need for true beliefs in navigating challenges. He explores cognitive development in leaders, qualities of effective leadership in the 21st century, and the Menzies Foundation's role in driving positive change through innovation.
