'Actions speak louder than words' is a saying we are all familiar with. Mahatma Gandhi is idolized and worshipped in India as the epitome of striving for perfection. This Gandhi Jayanti, how about we learn a few leadership lessons from the Mahatma's very own words and practices? Here are some insights from Virender Kapoor's book 'Leadership The Gandhi Way' that we can all put to good use in our lives.
1. Gandhi the Satyagrahi
Polite insistence is stronger than a headlong clash, and thanks to Bapu, this has now become an eternal concept!
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2. Gandhi's absolute Integrity
Practicing what you preach is a path that all leaders must follow in today's globalized world. Integrity and good intentions are best allies one can have.
Source: AFP
3. Gandhi the communicator
The art of connecting with your audience is one that requires cleverly crafted words. If a leader's message is relatable, he is bound to be successful.
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4. Gandhi the Philosopher
When a moral pillar is established, everything around it gains stability. This was seen in Gandhi's life as Non Violence, which was the mother tree and non cooperation, Satyagraha and civil disobedience became its branches.
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5. Gandhi the follower of greats
One's thoughts and company influence life to a great extent. Having a source of inspiration, a strong mentor and positive peers hold great importance in your daily life.
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6. Gandhi - the brand builder
Philosophy-based branding and an omnipresent message is a tool that most global companies use in the present, and was a key point to success that Gandhi used to his advantage decades ago!
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7. Gandhi - a brilliant organizer
Making sense out of chaos in new and unfamiliar situations can only be done with a very solid vision in mind. Taking new initiative and being aleader in unexplored waters pays off.
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8. Gandhi - a saint and a soldier
Gandhi was a great model of self discipline to the world. He believed that God made man to work, and followed this philosophy in being able to manage all aspects of his life independently.
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9. Gandhi's charisma
Charisma is the sparkle that monkey can't buy. Gandhi showed us that resolute good intentions, discipline, a sense of purpose, passion and impeccable integrity can influence millions.
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10. Gandhi the collaborator
Honesty and understanding between husband and wife is imperative to lead a successful and eventful life. A supportive spouse becomes a collaborator in success.
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11. Gandhi a benevolent leader
Twenty first century leadership has to be based on collective good and collaboration which is a form of benevolent leadership. Spiritualization of politics beats politicization of spirituality.
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12. Gandhi the simplifier
Minimalistic living is the mantra for happiness. Gandhi found peace and tranquility in frugal living, giving us the concept of " Simple living and high thinking".
Source: AFP
By Virender Kapoor : He is the founder Director of MILE Management Institute for Leadership and Excellence Pune. He has emerged as a leading think tank in human behavior, motivation and success. His name appears with the likes of Thomas Friedman and Dale Carnegie. His recent two books have been released back to back- " A wonderful Boss" Published By Bloomsbury and "Leadership the Gandhi way" by Rupa publishers. He brought "Jugaad" -an Indian concept of "getting things done". His books are now available in several regional languages likie Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati , Telegu , Malayalam and Tamil. Some of his books have been translated in Vietnamese.
A telecommunication Engineer, Kapoor went to do his master in technology in computer science from Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and later did his MA in International Relations and strategic studies from University of Pune.
1. Gandhi the Satyagrahi
Polite insistence is stronger than a headlong clash, and thanks to Bapu, this has now become an eternal concept!
Source: AFP
2. Gandhi's absolute Integrity
Practicing what you preach is a path that all leaders must follow in today's globalized world. Integrity and good intentions are best allies one can have.
Source: AFP
3. Gandhi the communicator
The art of connecting with your audience is one that requires cleverly crafted words. If a leader's message is relatable, he is bound to be successful.
Source: AFP
4. Gandhi the Philosopher
When a moral pillar is established, everything around it gains stability. This was seen in Gandhi's life as Non Violence, which was the mother tree and non cooperation, Satyagraha and civil disobedience became its branches.
Source: AFP
5. Gandhi the follower of greats
One's thoughts and company influence life to a great extent. Having a source of inspiration, a strong mentor and positive peers hold great importance in your daily life.
Source: AFP
6. Gandhi - the brand builder
Philosophy-based branding and an omnipresent message is a tool that most global companies use in the present, and was a key point to success that Gandhi used to his advantage decades ago!
Source: AFP
7. Gandhi - a brilliant organizer
Making sense out of chaos in new and unfamiliar situations can only be done with a very solid vision in mind. Taking new initiative and being a
Source: AFP
8. Gandhi - a saint and a soldier
Gandhi was a great model of self discipline to the world. He believed that God made man to work, and followed this philosophy in being able to manage all aspects of his life independently.
Source: AFP
9. Gandhi's charisma
Charisma is the sparkle that monkey can't buy. Gandhi showed us that resolute good intentions, discipline, a sense of purpose, passion and impeccable integrity can influence millions.
Source: wikipedia
10. Gandhi the collaborator
Source: wikipedia
11. Gandhi a benevolent leader
Twenty first century leadership has to be based on collective good and collaboration which is a form of benevolent leadership. Spiritualization of politics beats politicization of spirituality.
Source: AFP
12. Gandhi the simplifier
Minimalistic living is the mantra for happiness. Gandhi found peace and tranquility in frugal living, giving us the concept of " Simple living and high thinking".
Source: AFP
By Virender Kapoor : He is the founder Director of MILE Management Institute for Leadership and Excellence Pune. He has emerged as a leading think tank in human behavior, motivation and success. His name appears with the likes of Thomas Friedman and Dale Carnegie. His recent two books have been released back to back- " A wonderful Boss" Published By Bloomsbury and "Leadership the Gandhi way" by Rupa publishers. He brought "Jugaad" -an Indian concept of "getting things done". His books are now available in several regional languages likie Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati , Telegu , Malayalam and Tamil. Some of his books have been translated in Vietnamese.
A telecommunication Engineer, Kapoor went to do his master in technology in computer science from Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and later did his MA in International Relations and strategic studies from University of Pune.
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