Organizational effectiveness does not lie in that narrow minded concept called rationality. It lies in the blend of clearheaded logic and powerful intuition
Henry MintzbergRead
Management and leadership are not separate spheres. The two skills work together in the larger realm of “communityship.
Interpretation
Management and leadership are interconnected skills that together foster a sense of community.
This quote emphasizes that effective management cannot exist in isolation from leadership; both are essential and complementary in building a strong community. The term 'communityship' suggests that the blending of management and leadership contributes to a cohesive and collaborative environment, where the well-being of the members is at the forefront of decision-making and development.
In practice
In a corporate training session to explain the importance of combining management and leadership skills.
Organizational effectiveness does not lie in that narrow minded concept called rationality. It lies in the blend of clearheaded logic and powerful intuition
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