TWELVE MYTHS OF LEADERSHIP
Due to a lack of usage of available scientific norms, there are many myths regarding leadership and organization. By utilizing the fact that natural and measurable levels exist in organizations, we are able to dispel some of these myths.
12 myths about leadership was originally presented in the project Leadership for Innovation at IVA, The Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences. We have now turned them into short 1-minute videos that can be viewed below:
Myth 1: Long-term thinking
There is no point in applying a long-term strategic thinking because the world is changing so fast
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Hierarchies are old-fashioned and unnecessary
Myth 3: Financial results
Financial results are quantitative and measurable and are therefore the only suitable basis for performance evaluation
Myth 4: Company Culture
The best way to develop a company’s culture is to compile and communicate its desired values
Myth 5: Charismatic CEO
The most important characteristic for a successful CEO is to be charismatic and action-oriented
Myth 6: The boards tasks
The board’s most important task is to hire and fire the CEO and live up to corporate governance
Myth 7: Accountability
The subordinate, and not the manager, is responsible for his/her own financial result
Myth 8: Capability match
When hiring externally, hire the individuals with the highest capability possible, preferably higher than your own
Myth 9: Span of Control
A management team should be small, with a maximum of 7 members
Myth 10: Tasks and Staffing
The CEO should work with the existing management team and try to lift them to the next level
Myth 11: Managing with values
You can effectively manage companies with financial objectives and values alone
Myth 12: Corruptive behavior
The best way to avoid corruptive behavior is to declare and follow up policies