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Martin Gutmann

Historian who studies leadership and challenges the conventional view of effective leadership, drawing on examples from polar exploration and history.

Top 3 podcasts with Martin Gutmann

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May 24, 2024 • 17min

Are we celebrating the wrong leaders? | Martin Gutmann

Historian Martin Gutmann, an expert in leadership, encourages us to rethink our admiration for dramatic leaders. He compares the flawed polar explorer Ernest Shackleton with the meticulous Roald Amundsen, highlighting how society often celebrates the wrong figures. Gutmann argues that true leaders often avoid crises and are defined by quiet resilience rather than flashy actions. By examining historical examples, he advocates for a broader understanding of effective leadership that values preparation, strategic thinking, and the quiet contributions that truly guide successful outcomes.
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Dec 10, 2020 • 42min

Dr. Martin Gutmann - Why Haven't You Heard of Roald Amundsen?

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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Oct 10, 2024 • 37min

Effective leaders aren’t the ones you’d expect: A conversation with historian and professor, Martin Gutmann

In this discussion, Martin Gutmann, a management professor and author, delves into how history reshapes our understanding of leadership. He argues that true leaders often work quietly behind the scenes, countering the loud, action-oriented stereotypes. Gutmann critiques the 'action fallacy', highlighting the need for contextual fluency and psychological safety in leadership. Through historical examples, he emphasizes the importance of empathy and the rising necessity for inclusive leadership development in today’s complex world.