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Dilemmas and trade-offs in creative leadership

Dilemmas and trade-offs in creative leadership

Our 2017 survey on creative leadership revealed some contradictory results. In this article, we discuss the dilemmas and trade-offs in creative leadership.

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What makes scale-up leaders different?

What makes scale-up leaders different?

In September 2017, THNK launched a survey amongst its program participants to better understand the leadership characteristics of scale up leaders.

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5 influencers of creative leadership

5 influencers of creative leadership

In this article, we cite a number of modern influencers of creative leadership, who have fed the inevitable rise and recognition of Creative Leadership.

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How creative leaders live in paradox

How creative leaders live in paradox

With the volatile challenges of today's society, creative leaders live in paradox, between states like pride and humility, and strategy and serendipity.

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Characteristics Of Creative Leaders

Characteristics Of Creative Leaders

Characteristics of creative leaders include independence, generosity, purposefulness, and optimism. Read this article to find out more.

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What is Creative Leadership?

What is Creative Leadership?

Creative leadership is a philosophy and an act of creativity and innovation. Learn more about leadership theories for improving creativity.

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Spotting 21st century talent and cultivating creative leaders

Spotting 21st century talent and cultivating creative leaders

In this THNK Insights piece, read more about spotting and cultivating creative leaders in the volatile and complex environment of the 21st century.

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Peer coaching

Peer coaching

A good peer coaching session creates insight and reflection through listening and, most importantly, by asking the right questions.

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Serendipity

Serendipity

Serendipity is a spark of magic caused by simple chance. Creative leaders rely on serendipitous moments, as well as smart strategy.

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Why you should work at a startup

Why you should work at a startup

Startups allow you to find your passion and purpose while teaching you about autonomy and mastery. Find out more reasons why you should work at a startup.

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Structure follows strategy

Structure follows strategy

In this article, we discuss different organizational models that are fit for a specific strategy. Read more about Alfred Chandler that structure follows strategy.

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Cohesive decentralization [presentation]

Cohesive decentralization [presentation]

Today’s organizations face a volatile business environment with large uncertainties. To survive and scale, they should practice cohesive decentralization.

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