A gardener has a completely different attitude than a CEO:
- The gardener nurtures growth; the CEO gives orders.
- The gardener utilizes what is available; the CEO determines what comes.
- The gardener adjusts; the CEO sets the course.
- The gardener anticipates failures; the CEO tries to prevent failures.
- The gardener is guided by unfolding events; the CEO follows a plan.
- The gardener considers the whole; the CEO controls individual parts.
- The gardener provides space; the CEO delineates space.
A leader inspired by the attitude of a gardener builds a network organization. An organization where collaboration with the customer improves; where creativity and trial-and-error are given more space; where the focus is on value rather than production.
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