I found this video last night while surfing the net. The video features Eric Schmidt speaking at IBM’s Business Partner Leadership Conference in May of 2008. In his speech, Eric talks a lot about the future of technology around the world, as well as the future of technology in the United States. Although it is somewhat technical in nature, Eric’s speech is full of examples of leadership. Eric, himself, is a great example of leadership in the modern business world. I highly suggest that you take the time to view this video. It’s kind of long, but well worth the time. Let me know what you think.
Before we ring in the New Year I wanted to post an example of leadership. Too many times we talk about leadership theory, but we don’t take a step back to see what leadership actually looks like (this is just one example, of one type of situation, of leadership – as leadership comes in many shapes, sizes and forms). Below you’ll find a short video. This video highlights an individual named Peter Schiff. Peter Schiff is President and Chief Global Strategist of Euro Pacific Capital. He is one of the few individuals that correctly called the economic collapse that we have seen develop in the United States (years before it occurred). Not only has Peter been a visionary, but he has been an example of a leader that looks at the environment in which he operates and ratifies his strategies accordingly. He also strategizes with a focus on his followership. This is exactly what the leadership process is about. Having a vision, communicating that vision, gaining by-in for that vision, and holding that vision through heavy criticism (when you’re very passionate, and logical, about the accuracy of your assessment). Let me know what you think.
I stumbled across this video while surfing Dr. Z’s Leadership Blog and thought you might like it. Although not really a “leadership” topic, I’m sure you’ll see the humor. Enjoy.
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