Strategic Management of Think Tanks: Challenges and Leadership
Exploring the governance, accountability, and leadership aspects of managing a think tank, discussing key functions, preconditions for successful leadership, and the tools necessary for effective management and change. The content emphasizes the importance of trust, respect, integrity, relevance, and autonomy in building a successful think tank.
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Governance and Management Leading a Think Tank: Challenges and Key Functions
Whats in a word? MANAGEMENT GOVERNANCE SOCIAL CONTRACT PROCESSES THAT MANAGE THE SOCIAL CONTRACT
Truth to Power? Who are think tanks accountable to? What and whose purpose do we serve? How much influence should we have?
Think Tank VCR Pillars
What makes a good leader?
Preconditions for successful leadership VISION NETWORK
Trust Respect Accountability Humility Integrity A team needs:
Relevance Uniqueness Centrality Autonomy Visibility A leader needs:
(Some) Management Tools Change Model & The Change Loop Belbin Team Preferences Coaching Comfort Stretch Panic Model Leadership Practices Inventory FISH Relationship Mapping Insights Color Coding SPIN
Case Study The Expectation Exchange
What is it? What I expect from you is.... What I do not expect from you is.... A structured process for sharing perceptions / feedback, clarifying expectations, and finding out how to work together more effectively. It can be used 1:1, team:team, manager:team, etc. What you should expect of me is.... What you should not expect of me is.... It prevents misunderstanding, promotes open relationships, and helps avoid potential problems or resolve difficult situations.
What types of management tools have you used?
Structured Creativity FORWARD PLANNING SESSIONS BLUE SKY MEETINGS BROWN BAG LUNCHES RETREATS
How have the past couple of years affected your organization s operational workings? How have you adjusted? Reflect on how and what (if any) management and governance challenges you as an individual or as an organization have learnt from this experience.
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