Leadership is a joke
When it comes to a definition, there's no agreement or consensus. The differences between "management" and "leadership" are also blurred. So what is "leadership" and what can we learn from comedy?
Keynote Speaking
When it comes to a definition, there's no agreement or consensus.
So what is "leadership" and what can we learn from comedy?
Leadership academic Peter Stogdill famously said that there are:
“almost as many definitions of leadership as there are people who have attempted to define it.”
No wonder leadership teams, individual leaders, and those in management positions whom are called upon to lead can find themselves in situations where it might not be clear on what’s requried of them, the situation or their followers.
Drawing on academic research and over 25-years of experience, Danny illuminates the subjects of management, leadership, followership and teamship – including the mindset myths we may have adopted.
Key themes
- Leadership as a method; not as a position
- Is Growth or Fixed mindset better?
- Leadership vs Management
Suitable for
- Aspiring leaders
- New and developing leaders
- Leadership teams
- Operational managers
- Corporate and Large Businesses
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He provokes you to think deeply
Danny’s approach to life and business is how do always set others up to succeed. And it is a remarkably effective strategy that help you make friends, build bridges and find common ground. He provokes you to think deeply, and always provides an insightful, demanding and substantial conversation packed with practical questions, challenging answers and unvarnished truths. -
Focused and easygoing
Danny is simultaneously focused and easygoing, with a presence that encourages genuine connection. His ability to frame – and re-frame – challenges is phenomenal. I cannot recommend Danny highly enough. -
Interesting, intriguing and enigmatic
Danny is a genuinely interesting, intriguing and enigmatic speaker who makes you think differently. The comments I received from our membership confirmed Danny was a great choice.
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