Comments on: "Stances" of a Leader

By: Mark Lange

Mark Lange — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:27:43 +0000

This is *brilliant*. The idea that an effective leader draws on a repetoire of behaviors (quite consciously) — being assertive without being aggressive, for instance, which maybe .01% of leaders seem to manage — that’s a very subtle but powerful thing. I’d never heard it called “Stances,” I’m not even sure I could’ve articulated it before (Kabuki used to come to mind). But Mark’s way of laying it out makes it totally clear. I’ve struggled in the past with whether such behaviors are “authentic” or not, since all the management books say to “be yourself.” But I think the only test that matters is whether stances are invoked in service to others’ success.

By: Burton Haynes

Burton Haynes — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:42:30 +0000

Great post! Regards, S.

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By: Steven Chaisson

Steven Chaisson — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 22:07:36 +0000

This idea, conscious leadership, doesn’t seem much different than the leadership style started a few years ago around personality types, there is no evidence yet it is successful. I don’t remember anyone leading me with controlled anger that had a long term effect on me. None of the leaders in my life showed anything but the truth to me at all times.

By: Deb Besemer

Deb Besemer — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 13:33:46 +0000

I especially like the idea that leaders don’t have moods; they strategically pick their behavior. I have spent a career working on this. I used to get angry and lose my temper. That is not leadership; it is being ruled by emotion and it is not effective. I still may want to pick a behavior that shows anger but it is controlled by me, not being out of control. Mark is a great coach and I recommend him to other CEO’s. I had the pleasure of working with him and learning from him.