3rd class

Although dark and and difficult to get up as my alarm went off at 5:30, but bright and productive once Gerry and I were underway by 8am working on the interpretation of our 4 Questions (of course every time I say that I cant help but think of Passover). The continued analysis of these questions will be followed in future reports. We have decided to compare Board Sense of Effectiveness with Professional Leadership and Board Responsibility.

"Lawyer...you take advice from not direction
Auditor...you take direction from not advice"

Part II Bolman & Deal
continued thoughts to understand better...

• understand the limits and needs for interpersonal skills and how they impede [lack of] growth
• power and decision making is defined by a series of sources for power including position, control, reputation, expertise, and limits to information provided.
• a political skill set requires a vision, understanding of where agents of influence are, ability to identify relevant relationships and knowledge of bargaining and negotiating
• who is Ross F. Johnson and how he changed the landscape of corporate buyouts through ruthless power development. Consider reading book Barbarians at the Gate: The Fall of RJR Nabisco
• be prepared to understand the symbols and cultures of the company so you can answer the real question..."what is the fundamental belief at my school."
• Chris makes a clever analogy of test prep to training for an obstacle course.
• consider always disaggregation the environments data and determine who is in and who is not
• the glass ceiling can limit ones own growth, but also can determine why one limits growth

In conclusion I felt excited about reading this book. It was written with relevance to all leaders and practical examples. I look forward to rereading soon for the purpose of my own edification.

Look into Daniel H. Pink Drive & A Whole New Mind

Just received my observation report back from Dr. M and he nailed my own feelings regarding my presentation in the bottom comment about keeping the author alive in my presentation.  I consciously did not, so much that I even used other companies and visuals than those referenced in the chapters. It is something I should re-evaluate and consider giving more appropriate credit. I also understand the need to recognize the frames of reference as they relate to an individuals experience and ability to provide support for the organization.