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Redesigning Leadership

Simplicity: Design, Technology, Business, Life

John Maeda

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💡Have you ever wondered why the most effective leaders spend more time on the office floor than in the corner office?
💡What’s the secret to commanding respect and keeping your team focused without relying on corporate jargon?
💡What if you could lead a high-performing organization while staying true to your personal principles and keeping your "human touch" intact?

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Key Takeaways from Redesigning Leadership

✓Learn how to 'manage by walking around' to build strong connections with your team while maintaining the balance of giving them space to thrive.
✓Discover why pairing concrete examples with your messages ensures clear communication, and how adding a human touch to virtual updates boosts engagement.
✓Master the art of running short, highly efficient meetings focused only on crucial issues to transform reluctant attendees into eager 'wannacomes.'
✓Understand why unwavering dedication to your core ideals, rather than just having great ideas, is the true catalyst for becoming an impactful leader.
✓Find out how to earn your team's profound respect by rejecting superficial leadership privileges, showing your human side, and leading by example.

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Quiz — Test Your Understanding

Question 1 of 6

According to the author, what is a potential danger of a leader getting too invested in working right alongside their employees?

A. The leader might accidentally take over their work, leaving employees feeling useless.
B. The employees might start expecting the leader to do all the difficult tasks.
C. The leader will lose the authority associated with their job title.
D. The employees will become overly dependent on the leader for creative inspiration.

Question 2 of 6

How did the author successfully add a personal touch to a mass email sent to the entire college campus?

A. He included a personalized video message recorded in his office.
B. He addressed each recipient by their first name using an automated script.
C. He attached a scanned copy of a handwritten letter.
D. He invited every recipient to a one-on-one virtual meeting.

Question 3 of 6

To ensure that meetings are dominated by 'wannacomes' (people who actually want to be there), what strategy does the book recommend?

A. Provide high-quality food to attract people from different departments.
B. Keep the agenda brief and include only the most important issues.
C. Make attendance mandatory for all team members involved in the project.
D. Allow attendees to brainstorm freely without a strict time limit.

Question 4 of 6

According to the story of Jerome Wiesner, the former president of MIT, what is the key element that turns someone with good ideas into a true leader?

A. A charismatic personality that naturally draws followers.
B. A willingness to compromise on difficult decisions.
C. The ability to secure funding for innovative projects.
D. Devotion to strong ideals and principles.

Question 5 of 6

Why did the author choose not to use his presidential privileges, such as a private car and mansion, at the Rhode Island School of Design?

A. He wanted to align his personal image with his principles, considering the financial struggles of students' parents.
B. He preferred to walk around the campus so he could manage his employees directly.
C. He wanted to save the college money during a severe financial crisis.
D. He felt they were unnecessary because he already lived close to the campus.

Question 6 of 6

What does the book suggest a leader should do when they make a mistake?

A. Fix the error quietly to maintain the team's confidence in their leadership.
B. Delegate the resolution of the mistake to a trusted team member.
C. Acknowledge and apologize for the mistake publicly to demonstrate humility.
D. Apologize privately to those directly affected but maintain a strong public front.