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    The process of leadership
    Leadership

    The process of leadership

    Leadership is not only about being a good leader. Being a competent leader requires process to deliver results and make a difference.
    Getting project inception right - the case for a dedicated inception lead
    International Development

    Getting project inception right - the case for a dedicated inception lead

    The international development sector has a big challenge. It's forgotten that every successful project takes time to set the scene, build...
    Its time to stop focusing on inspirational leaders - in praise of the ordinary leader
    Change Management

    Its time to stop focusing on inspirational leaders - in praise of the ordinary leader

    If you look through most lists of leadership qualities, you will undoubtedly come across a mention of inspiration. The idea is that a...
    Quiet leadership - is it time to reconsider the type of leaders we need for the next decade?
    Leadership

    Quiet leadership - is it time to reconsider the type of leaders we need for the next decade?

    Is it time to reconsider the type of leaders we need? It is important not to confuse a strong leader, with visible leadership.
    Case Study: building a coherent consulting team
    Project Delivery

    Case Study: building a coherent consulting team

    How do you go about reconstructing a consulting team once the market shifts and the team loses coherence? That was the challenge I took...
    We need different words to talk about leadership
    Leadership

    We need different words to talk about leadership

    By changing how we ask people to describe their approach to leadership, we can understand individuals better. A common interview question...
    Leadership and conflict - don't forget to stir the pot!
    Leadership

    Leadership and conflict - don't forget to stir the pot!

    What is the role of conflict in teams? Reflections on leadership in teams and creating safe spaces for constructive conflict.
    Making teams work in volatile and uncertain environments
    International Development

    Making teams work in volatile and uncertain environments

    As the covid-19 response moves toward recovery and management, Ben French sets out three lessons for forming teams able to respond...

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