Designed to kill: Some are but not all, is what we observe in animal kingdom, and I’m sure, we too are basically animals in one way or the other -- courtesy, evolution!
So, can we apply the same principle to one of the most controversial issues that has been haunting us for a long time: Are leaders born, or made?
If you have worked with large Corporates for few years, mingling with a wide range of profiles, or you’re into a profession that demands meeting tens of senior level employees on daily basis, I’m sure, it wouldn't take more than a few minutes of genuine analysis to come to the conclusion: Leadership is not everybody’s cup of tea.
There’s nothing wrong with that, because, mother nature is committed to maintaining a perfect balance between the leaders and the followers in terms of numbers.
However, with opinions divided, distinctly, a solid confusion prevails over a simple – in my opinion – and logical – you’ve every right to differ – conclusion: Not all are designed to be leaders.
I strongly believe: A huge structure can be erected only when the foundation is strong enough to hold it in place; similarly, leadership skills can be taught through intensive training — only with supporting chromosomes, otherwise not.
Well, my personal opinion that I’ve expressed here is unfortunately not substantiated with the help of a best-selling book or a precision survey findings, but trust me, it’s based on something more realistic: A close interaction with thousands of senior level professionals from corporate India, spanning over a decade and half.
So, can we apply the same principle to one of the most controversial issues that has been haunting us for a long time: Are leaders born, or made?
If you have worked with large Corporates for few years, mingling with a wide range of profiles, or you’re into a profession that demands meeting tens of senior level employees on daily basis, I’m sure, it wouldn't take more than a few minutes of genuine analysis to come to the conclusion: Leadership is not everybody’s cup of tea.
There’s nothing wrong with that, because, mother nature is committed to maintaining a perfect balance between the leaders and the followers in terms of numbers.
However, with opinions divided, distinctly, a solid confusion prevails over a simple – in my opinion – and logical – you’ve every right to differ – conclusion: Not all are designed to be leaders.
I strongly believe: A huge structure can be erected only when the foundation is strong enough to hold it in place; similarly, leadership skills can be taught through intensive training — only with supporting chromosomes, otherwise not.
Well, my personal opinion that I’ve expressed here is unfortunately not substantiated with the help of a best-selling book or a precision survey findings, but trust me, it’s based on something more realistic: A close interaction with thousands of senior level professionals from corporate India, spanning over a decade and half.
