Dr. Thomas Sowell
Writing with sincerity; although my passions do not lie in economics, for more years than my aging should confess, I have admired the contemplative intelligence, personal history, and inspiration of Thomas Sowell. I own his books. I have read his books; and then, read them again (recommended starts: 'The Thomas Sowell Reader' and 'A Personal Odyssey').
My profound respect for him is beyond expression. What a gift to mankind he is.
He embodies an egalitarian self-determination to which we should aspire.
One of my personal doctrines of leadership is:
Within a team, the leader is not there to control others; rather, the leader is there to ensure the team has the opportunities to do their best.
I have never been concerned with others knowing my political compass; since, I believe the most effective leaders to be libertarian - sincerely, others could do no better than a libertarian in a position of authority.
I believe that my Leadership Style and Values must be common among libertarians:
> Leads by example; not claims or assertions ('trust me')
> Neither authoritarian nor manipulative
> Concerned with solutions; not blame
> Leads others; no interest in controling others
> Will NOT micro-manage or surveille - the team must be trusted
> No hesitation to speak opinion with complete sincerity
> Judges personal success by success of employees and team members
> Egalitarian work environment More...