Today’s episode explores the best metaphor for describing management, Frederick Taylor, the father of the scientific theory of management, why extrinsic motivation is an undependable way to motivate your employees and why Patrick thinks of orchestra conductors as the best metaphor for leadership.
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In this week’s episode, Patrick explores the reason we avoid having hard conversations. References from this episode: Crucial Conversations The Five Dysfunctions of a...
Patrick asks the question: are we as leaders supposed to care if our employees act horribly outside of work?
Patrick discusses the recent implosion at Basecamp and what lessons leaders can take away from this situation. Referenced in this episode: Jason Fried's announcement...