Their work is a great example of beefing up the community's social capital. I see it working in two ways; first, an aspiring leader works with the consulting organization(first network) , second, with new skills, he or she works/creates new networks in their community. Well, if she/he gives feedback to the consultants- it would be actually the third new social circle. I am thinking here about the famous Robert Putman's "join or die" book.
I love your point, Tom! When you invest in the organizational supports for aspiring leaders you potentially gain social capital at each level of the organization. This domino effect can lead orgs to transform their workers into leaders themselves! Outside consultants also can help with this change.
Their work is a great example of beefing up the community's social capital. I see it working in two ways; first, an aspiring leader works with the consulting organization(first network) , second, with new skills, he or she works/creates new networks in their community. Well, if she/he gives feedback to the consultants- it would be actually the third new social circle. I am thinking here about the famous Robert Putman's "join or die" book.
I love your point, Tom! When you invest in the organizational supports for aspiring leaders you potentially gain social capital at each level of the organization. This domino effect can lead orgs to transform their workers into leaders themselves! Outside consultants also can help with this change.
Very interesting discussion. I especially appreciated the reflection questions at the end. Thank you for helping me start cultivating my HERO within!
Thanks for reading, Lisa! I'm curious about which HERO strengths you most identify with!