The Five Roles of a Master Herder
A Revolutionary Model for Socially Intelligent Leadership
by:
Linda Kohanov
Summary:
The book presents a leadership model based on the traditional role of herders, identifying five roles—Dominant, Leader, Sentinel, Nurturer/Companion, and Predator—that are essential for managing groups effectively. It explores how these roles can be applied in modern human contexts to enhance communication, problem-solving, and the ability to guide organizations and communities.
Key points:
1. The Five Roles: Linda Kohanov identifies five key leadership roles from herding cultures: Leader (vision), Dominant (discipline), Sentinel (vigilance), Nurturer/Companion (community), and Predator (innovation).
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