CHAPTER 2
Are You a Benevolent Dictator? You Should Be!
“Nothing strengthens the judgment or quickens the I conscience like independent responsibility.”
—Elizabeth Cady Stanton,American 19th century women’s rights leader
In running a country, democracy (more specifically, a republic) appears to be the best thing going to date. However, in running a business or project, my experience has shown that the benevolent dictator style is the most effective.
A benevolent dictator leads by actively soliciting information and opinions from project members and others—listens, then demonstrates the leadership, courage, and boldness to personally make the right decision and stand accountable for that decision.
A benevolent dictator also holds his or her ...
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