Power-with must be examined, not inherited.
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Mary Parker Follett
Thinker of power-with, management, democracy, and creative conflict.
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Leadership
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Mary Parker Follett
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Peter Drucker
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Mary Parker Follett
Thinker of power-with, management, democracy, and creative conflict.
Peter Drucker
Management thinker of institutions, knowledge work, and responsibility.
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Debates in Leadership
Preventing Humanity’s Misguided Pursuit of Power and Control
In a world increasingly driven by technological advancements and the pursuit of control over nature, there is a risk that humanity may act on unexamined assumptions that prioritize power over…
Should Education Focus on Citizenship More Than Workforce Preparation?
The purpose of education has long been contested, with different thinkers advocating varying priorities. In this debate, Jyotirao Phule, Neil Postman, and Linda Tuhiwai Smith examine whether education should focus…
Is Sovereignty a Barrier to Global Justice in Conflict Regions?
In an era where global conflicts challenge traditional notions of state sovereignty, the question arises: does the principle of sovereignty obstruct the path to global justice? This debate brings together…
Does Military Intervention Ever Truly Secure Lasting Peace?
The question of whether military intervention can ever truly secure lasting peace has long been a contentious issue. In this debate, Judah Magnes, a proponent of pacifism and dialogue, Jane…
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