A leader these days needs to be a host - one who convenes diversity; who convenes all viewpoints in creative processes where our mutual intelligence can come forth.

Innovation is fostered by information gathered from new connections; from insights gained by journeys into other disciplines or places; from active, collegial networks and fluid, open boundaries. Innovation arises from ongoing circles of exchange, where information is not just accumulated or stored, but created. Knowledge is generated anew from connections that weren't there before.

I've found that I can only change how I act if I stay aware of my beliefs and assumptions. Thoughts always reveal themselves in behavior.

It's not differences that divide us. It's our judgments about each other that do.

Without aggression, it becomes possible to think well, to be curious about differences, and to enjoy each other's company.

We have created trouble for ourselves in organizations by confusing control with order.

Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.