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Ken Chester's avatar

Thank you Suzanna! Not only did I read the poem, I printed it off so that I can have it always and read it often! I once read that people don;t leave companies, they leave managers! I will also add that work is more about personal relationships and more about coaching and "leading by example" as opposed to the "command and control" that you referenced! Excellent column!

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Tej Dhawan's avatar

Inspiring. And aspirational.

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Suzanna de Baca's avatar

Appreciate the comment. The poem really spoke to me.

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Julie Gammack's avatar

Lovely. Thank you.

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Suzanna de Baca's avatar

Thank you!

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John Schmidt's avatar

I had never heard of O'Donohue, but I love this poem. Thanks for sharing it. I have not encountered many leaders who follow his approach, in part because the command and control approach is much easier.

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Suzanna de Baca's avatar

He is quite an influential poet and philosopher, a former priest. You would likely enjoy his work. https://www.johnodonohue.com/

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Bob Vedral's avatar

Suzanna: Your article was outstanding. Your perspectives are always thought provoking. I plan on utilizing this wonderful poem with my Vistage Members. I appreciate you and your great work. Blessings!

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Suzanna de Baca's avatar

Thank you, Bob! It means a lot that you would share with your members. Please keep me posted on the response!

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Suzanna de Baca's avatar

Thank you, Ken! I appreciate your support!

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