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Oct 1, 2018 · We learn about those leaders, like Harry, Ron and Hermione, Neville Longbottom, Professor Albus Dumbledore and Professor McGonagall, and all of the virtues and lessons that they pass on to us. Here...
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Oct 24, 2023 · Beyond the realm of spells and quidditch, there are profound leadership lessons that can be learned from Harry Potter and his friends. In this article, we’ll explore 10 valuable leadership ...
- The Roots
- Wait, What’s Harry Potter?
- Let’s Have A Conversation with Dumbledore
- How Do I Keep My Integrity?
- How Can I Be More Transparent?
- How Can I Inspire Loyalty?
In case you’ve been locked in a cupboard under the stairs for the past 20 years, Harry Potter is a best-selling, seven-book fantasy series by J.K. Rowling. The first book was published as Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in the United Kingdom in 1997 and as Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in the United States in 1998. As of 2016, tota...
A powerful wizard who runs Hogwarts, Albus Dumbledore is Harry’s mentor. He’s also one of Rowling’s most beloved characters. Describing the Hogwarts headmaster as the “epitome of goodness,” Rowling once said,“If I can have anyone come back to me, physically, and come and talk to me, it would be Dumbledore.” Same, Rowling. Same. Luckily, we only nee...
This is a conversation best had over a mug of butterbeer, so it’s lucky you have one in your hand. Sip the froth. Take a deep breath. Now, prepare for Dumbledore’s answer: "Dark and difficult times lie ahead. Soon we must all face the choice between what is right and what is easy.” What is right and what iseasy. We all know that “integrity is never...
Ooof. Dumbledore may not be the right person to ask. Transparency is key to leadership, but it’s one of Dumbledore’s failings: He’s known to keep “his secrets clutched to his chest,” as Harry says in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. In fact, his lack of communication leads Harry to bewail what his leader asks: “Risk your life, Harry! And again...
Love. We thought this would be Dumbledore’s answer, as it’s his response to nearly anything. Love is a powerful magic, Dumbledore tells you – and you don’t need a wand to wield it. Whether you are leading an army of wizards and witches or motivating corporate professionals, love is the only way to inspire true loyalty. To lead through love, you mus...
Sep 1, 2020 · For over twenty years, you’ve been delighted by Harry Potter. The Wizarding World feels real because of the parallels with the muggle world. While you see the dichotomy of good and evil, friendship and loneliness, there’s a lot to learn about leadership.
- Finding Strength in Weakness. Meet Neville Longbottom, a timid and seemingly forgetful young wizard at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
- Sacrifice and Love. Enter Lily Potter, the embodiment of a loving and devoted mother. Her heart is a tapestry of love woven with threads of compassion and selflessness.
- Acceptance and Tolerance. Everybody loves Hagrid, the half-giant with a heart as big as his stature. Despite being a unique and unconventional individual, he embodies acceptance and tolerance in all aspects of his life.
- Choices and Consequences. My favourite character in the series is Severus Snape (Alan Rickman’s brilliance in the movies goes a long way to reinforce this, RIP), a complex and enigmatic character whose choices hold profound consequences for both the wizarding world and himself.
May 27, 2024 · The Golden Trio - Harry, Hermione, and Ron - each brought unique strengths to the table, teaching us that diversity in skills and perspectives is a formidable asset. Their teamwork underscores a critical leadership lesson: the power of collective effort and the importance of valuing each team member's contribution.
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Join us to discover seven secrets of leadership, teams, and personal growth from the book series that changed the world. We will discuss pivotal strategies and approaches that Harry used to overcome He Who Must Not Be Named. You will learn how to apply these lessons to your professional journey and personal growth.
