photo credit: Paul Ealing 2011 DSCN8039c The Blue Planet Orchestra. Cadogan Hall. 1st July 2017 via photopin (license)
According to a popular story, a great orchestra gathered to rehearse with the celebrated conductor Sir Michael Costa. As the music reached a crescendo, every instrument played—except for one. Distracted, the piccolo player had momentarily lost his place on the page of music. He hoped his instrument wouldn’t be missed. Suddenly, Costa brought down his arm and silenced the orchestra. “Where’s the piccolo?” he inquired. To a skilled conductor—just like a skilled leader—every part of the system is crucial—even those that may seem less important.
For Week 44 of 2014, the NIV Leadership Bible focuses on the leadership skill of Systems Thinking. Examples of systems come from the Old Testament hero Jonah, the Church (Christ’s Body), and Jesus’ example of the Vine & Branches.
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