Probably the most visible example of unintended consequences, is what happens every time humans try to change the natural ecology of a place.

I'm sad to report that in the past few years, ever since uncertainty became our insistent 21st century companion, leadership has taken a great leap backwards to the familiar territory of command and control.

I think a major act of leadership right now, call it a radical act, is to create the places and processes so people can actually learn together, using our experiences

It is time to stop waiting for someone to save us. It is time to face the truth of our situation - that we're all in this together, that we all have a voice - and figure out how to mobilize the hearts and minds of everyone in our workplaces and communities.

In virtually every organization, regardless of mission and function, people are frustrated by problems that seem unsolvable.

Ask what's possible, not what's wrong. Keep asking.

We would do well to ponder the realization that love is the most potent source of power.