What does “being forward-looking” mean? Why is it an important characteristic for a leader? Give examples of what it means to be forward-looking. What can leaders do to help others in the organization “see” the future? What are common obstacles to Inspiring a Shared Vision? Which kinds of obstacles are valid and which can be overcome? Give examples.If interpersonal connectedness is critical for effective leadership and human capital is critical to organizations, why do most continue to emphasize financial performance and measurement over human capital performance and measurement?Self-awareness is one of the key components of emotional intelligence. Seeking—and digesting—feedback about oneself seems to be a significant challenge for most people. Why is this so? How can this be changed?
