In most vital organizations, there is a common bond of interdependence, mutual interest, interlocking contributions, and simple joy.

A whale is as unique as a cactus. But don't ask a whale to survive Death Valley. We all have special gifts. Where we use them and how determines whether we actually complete something.

Leaders who keep promises and followers who respond in kind create an opportunity generate enormous energy around their commitment to serve others.

We need to give each other the space to grow, to be ourselves, to exercise our diversity. We need to give each other space so that we may both give and receive such beautiful things as ideas, openness, dignity, joy, healing, and inclusion.

Innovation is the lifeblood of an organization. Knowing how to lead and work with creative people requires knowledge and action that often goes against the typical organizational structure. Protect unusual people from bureaucracy and legalism typical of organizations.

The leader is the servant who removes the obstacles that prevent people from doing their jobs.

Leaders don't inflict pain - they share pain.