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You will notice that Gaia are taking change by the hand before
it takes them by the throat. Change is perhaps the most impor-
tant factor that calls for leadership as opposed to mere manage-
ment. Modern English lead is related to Old English words
meaning ‘a way, journey’ and ‘to travel’. It is a journey word. If
you are not on a journey, don’t bother with leadership – just
settle for management.

Checklist: defining the task

Yes No
Are you clear about the objectives of your
group now and for the next few
years/months, and have you agreed them
with your boss?

Do you fully understand the wider aims
and purpose of the organisation?

Can you relate the objectives of your
group to those larger, more general
intentions?

Does your present main objective have
sufficient specificity? Is it defined in
terms of time? Is it as concrete or
tangible as you can make it?

Will the group be able to know soon for
themselves if you succeed or fail? Does it
have swift feedback of results?