Remembrance

Whilst many people understand what Remembrance Sunday is about, I did manage to find some additional leadership context in what turned out to be an emotional and insightful day yesterday. 

First and foremost, with my 37 years' service to Queen and Country I am still humbled at the laying of wreaths. Not just by the ultimate sacrifices many service men and women have made themselves, but by the courage, strength, and dignity of the families and friends left behind.

It is therefore important to remember all those who lost their lives, were injured, or whose worlds drastically changed due to conflict. It is also poignant to consider they were ultimately at the sharp end of the decisions made by leaders at all levels. 

If political and military analysts can learn from history, then so too can commercial leaders. If all bosses try to better understand how every choice they make may have an impact on the people they influence, then this alone should help to make more measured and intelligent decisions.

 
Posted on Monday, November 13, 2017

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