December 2021

Set the Music Pace With Deliberation: are you a metronome or leading the outcome?

Interesting question – isn’t it the same thing? No. Conductors must give unmistakable and suggestive signals to the orchestra – not choreography to the audience. George Szell When the orchestra is an amateur group, or working on a new piece, it is important for the conductor to keep the beat. However, when the finest and …

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Amplified #2

In last week’s Wisdom we talked about the megaphone, every word and action from a leader is amplified and interpreted. This is not all bad news. The amplification of messages can be used for good as well, if done right, amplification can make the job of a leader much easier. Public speakers learn that “It …

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AMPLIFIED!!

“Eric, I need to talk to you, please come to my office at 10.” Words that will never be met with “Oh Yea! Let’s do that!” The music conductor raises the baton, the audience holds their breath, and the orchestra is laser focused on his next action… Most leaders are aware that their words and …

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