Habitudes # 4 Summary

Habitudes #4 addresses the importance of leadership in changing the culture of an organization.

Dr. Elmore illustrates the first step in cultivating change through the images of a cathedral, an assistance standing behind the boss, ruby red slippers, an old trail, and an assistance standing behind the boss that, in bringing change, a leader must possess a greater perspective than his limited vision. Further, a leader ought to mentor the next generation of leaders by inviting others to join him on the journey. A leader cannot do everything, so he must choose wisely. Moreover, people need a safe place to practice leadership principles.

In addition, Elmore contends through images of a mushroom cloud, a drop of water, and baking goods that

the implementation of change within an organization originates humbly. An effective leader will focus on pivotal people to inaugurate change. Furthermore, an exemplary leader understands that true change cannot be contrived; rather, lasting change occurs organically.
Further, Dr. Elmore highlights the process of change through a director’s chair, children in doctor’s office, a man with luggage, and a gift. A leader must model the change he seeks first, and then he must hire to the culture he desires. A clever leader utilizes the inspiring language that is easily transferrable. Also, a leader’s gift to the organization are his strengths by which he cultivates change.
Finally, Dr. Elmore employs the image of a man with pants that do not fit. Through this image, Elmore conveys an important truth that change can be painful. Therefore, an effective leader needs to be aware that change should happen incrementally. I have read 73 pages.