Liz Wiseman delves into several aspects of leadership that people ought to adopt and how leaders ought to think differently. For instance, to avoid the trap of knowledge, Wiseman talks about “ask more questions.” In this suggestion, she points out that one should shift from a place of knowing to a place of inquiry. When a leader asks questions, the subjects are able to find answers. I can apply this concept to my leadership in order to avoid continually telling and reminding my employees or subjects about things they should do and instead ask them intelligent questions so that they can figure out themselves.
In regards to the suggestion of“admit what you don’t know,” Wiseman advises one to concede when they do not know something, and this is especially important as leaders as it engages employees. It also creates a powerful dynamic in the organization. I can use this advice to engage with my employees, especially in areas where I have little knowledge.
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When Wiseman talks about “We can throw away our notes,” she encourages one to have a free and open mind such that they provide freshness in their thought process. This is one of the main reasons Dr. C. K. Prahalad threw away his notes so that his students can always receive the best thinking and fresh thinking each semester. I would personally use this advice to be innovative as a leader and not to always follow the norms.
Wiseman also delves into the concept of “Learn to see the genius in others.” She encourages one to always see the positives in people instead of seeing their negatives. I would use this suggestion to always see good in people, especially in my employees as a leader, because it encourages and uplifts them, thus attaining higher productivity. Especially for employees who are innovative and think differently, it is crucial to encourage and appreciate them for being different.
