News Who Are America's Exceptional Leaders According to Harvard's 2006 Study?

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Leadership is perceived as lacking in the U.S., but a group of 25 individuals recognized as "America's Best Leaders" showcases effective leadership across various sectors. Selected by an independent committee from Harvard's Center for Public Leadership, these leaders, including well-known figures and emerging talents, exhibit diverse styles, such as collaboration and active listening. They share common traits like a clear vision and ambitious goals, serving as inspirational examples for future leaders. Additionally, discussions around rankings of U.S. Senators highlight mixed opinions, with some individuals, like Wayne Allard, criticized for their lack of engagement and effectiveness, while others are celebrated for their contributions. The conversation reflects a broader concern about leadership quality in both public and private sectors.
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Leadership, as the public tells the pollsters, is in disappointingly short supply. So the 25 people profiled in the following pages are a heartening exception to the rule. " America's Best Leaders " are an accomplished group selected by an independent committee of judges assembled by the Center for Public Leadership at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government. Some leaders are famous names; others, while giants in their fields, may be introduced to readers for the first time. Their leadership styles are as varied as the organizations they manage. EBay's Meg Whitman succeeds with collaboration, while the University of Miami's Donna Shalala leads by listening. C-SPAN's Brian Lamb runs his shop by " walking around. " But what they all share is a clearly articulated vision, measurable results, and, in the words of one management guru, Big Hairy Audacious Goals. We hope that their examples will prove instructional for future leaders and to all others who strive to innovate, motivate, and inspire.
Very interesting!

See the list. Do you agree?
http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/leadership/usnews/index.html

Time magazine also did a survey of the top or best Senators.
 
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Too many company executives on the list.
 
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Very interesting!

See the list. Do you agree?
http://www.ksg.harvard.edu/leadership/usnews/index.html

Time magazine also did a survey of the top or best Senators.
My Senator, Wayne Allard made Time's list - unfortunately as one of the worst. :frown: He does almost nothing; probably doesn't even study the bills initiated by others very thoroughly. His only asset (for Republicans at least) is that he is an extremely dependable Republican vote for every issue in Congress. He's even one of the nine Senators that voted to torture detainees.
 
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America's
Best Senators
Those who do, and don't, make a difference in the U.S. Senate
http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1184028,00.html

The 10 Best Senators
Thad Cochran
Kent Conrad
Dick Durbin
Ted Kennedy
Jon Kyl
Carl Levin
Richard Lugar
John McCain
Olympia J. Snowe
Arlen Specter​

The 5 Worst Senators
Daniel Akaka
Wayne Allard
Jim Bunning
Conrad Burns
Mark Dayton​
 

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