Publisher's Synopsis
The book provides a comprehensive framework for leadership inspired by Renaissance principles. It emphasizes adaptive, agile, and compassionate leadership to drive innovation and change. The authors outline the "Renaissance Way," a set of practices and mindsets designed to cultivate effective leaders who inspire and engage others. Key Concepts: 1. The Context for Leadership: Discusses the current landscape and the need for agile, adaptive leaders. 2. Eight Practices of Renaissance Leaders: Introduces essential practices such as personal mastery, cross-boundary learning, and systematic change. 3. Personal Mastery: Focuses on self-awareness and overcoming leadership derailers. 4. Glocal Mindset: Combines global awareness with local action to navigate the global knowledge economy. 5. Cross Boundary Learning: Emphasizes continuous learning and innovation. 6. Thinking Back from the Future: Encourages strategic foresight and future-oriented thinking. 7. Leading Systematic Change: Utilizes systems thinking to drive organizational change. 8. Driving Performance with Passion: Highlights the importance of passion and performance measurement. 9. Demonstrate Courage: Explores various types of courage needed in leadership. 10. Practice and Live Ubuntu: Integrates principles of Ubuntu, focusing on community and relationships. 11. The Seven C's: Curiosity, Creativity, Collaboration, Commitment, Courage, Competence, and Compassion are essential traits for Renaissance leaders. 12. Challenge Dialogue System (CDS): Describes CDS as a core skill set for engaging in meaningful conversations. 13. Living the Renaissance Way: Discusses the characteristics of Renaissance leaders and the potential of the Renaissance Network.
