In The Medici Effect , Frans Johansson describes how breakthrough ideas most often occur when we bring concepts from one field into a new, unfamiliar territory. One of my areas of interest is leadership. I found long ago that both behavioral and organizational psychology can provide fresh understanding about how individuals lead others and what influences a person to follow a leader. In recent years, the field of positive psychology has provided new insights into the characteristics that make an effective leader. Research based books like Grit by Amanda Duckworth, Mindset by Carol Dweck, and Positivity by Barbara Fredrickson highlight concepts and practices that can help a person to become a thriving leader. Although often found in the “Self-Help” section of a bookstore, these books are based on rigorous research. As I use this books in seminary classes, a third dimension is brought to bear--theological reflection. Since the ...
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