In this expert video, conductor Charles Hazlewood discusses how the conductor-orchestra relationship can serve as a metaphor for effective leadership and teamwork.
He highlights the key characteristics of great leadership, including the power of listening, self-respect, diversity, and authenticity. For Charles, the conductor is simply the conduit for the orchestra – and all good leaders act the same for their people.
About Charles Hazelwood
Charles Hazlewood is a world-renowned conductor and the founder of Paraorchestra, the U.K.'s first orchestra consisting of both disabled and non-disabled musicians, which performed at the London 2012 Paralympics.
Reflective Questions:
Once you've watched the video, reflect on what you've learned by answering the following questions:
- Do you agree with Charles that "the greatest leader...is the greatest listener"?
- To what degree do you embrace diversity in your team or organization?
- Charles says that flexibility is found through authenticity. How do you think you can better embrace what makes you unique?
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