The wisest leaders I know work diligently to garner buy-in from stakeholders.
Why? They understand that agency is by far a better force multiplier than compliance.
When organizational members enthusiastically and energetically invest in the work (as opposed to being, or feeling, "forced" to it), rather amazing outcomes ensue.
Christensen refers to it as a mindset of "covenant" vs "contract."
Hagel, et al, describe it as "pull" vs "push" leadership.
Schlechty articulates it as gaining the highest levels of engagement.
Agency = High Commitment + High Effort
An aspiration well worth pursuing.
Maybe that's why those wise leaders are so diligent in that regard.
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