The Value of Leading from the Front and the Back

There is merit in both leading from the front, or taking an active and visible role in running a team, and leading from the back, which is best summarized by Nelson Mandela: "He stays behind the flock, letting the most nimble go out ahead, whereupon the others follow, not realizing that all along they are being directed from behind." Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer examine both styles, share examples of leaders who embody these leadership styles, and provide action steps to apply these principles with your own teams.