Herding Tigers Summary

Summary of Herding Tigers Book by Todd Henry

Name: Herding Tigers
Rating: 4.7 (269 reviews)
Author: Todd Henry

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Almost anyone can find it easy to stay in perfect form, in the discharge of their duties, as part of a team. But the ideal team member may fall to pieces upon realizing they now have to lead former colleagues. Do you find yourself in such a peculiar situation, with low precedence of reference? Then, this summary is for you. “Herding Tigers” addresses a critical bottleneck of leadership — coordinating a team of creative talents. The first part of this summary will walk you through an adaptation process to the necessary mind shift. The following features will help leaders put the new insights into action. An Amazon Enforcement Expert once referred to Todd Henry, the author of “Herding Tigers,” as “the ultimate intellectual.” He is the convener of a consultancy organization called “Accidental Creative.” Henry is a seasoned public speaker and writer, an alumnus of Miami University, and is the author of several other enriching titles. Some of his other books are “The Accidental Creative,” “Die Empty,” “Louder Than Words,” and “The Motivation Code.” “The decision to lead, by someone, somewhere, is the point of origin for every great thing that has ever existed.” ~ Todd Henry

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Summary of Herding Tigers
About the author
What is Herding Tigers about?
Who should read Herding Tigers
Topics in Herding Tigers

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Brilliant leadership is not magical

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Leadership is not some monotonous activity. You can put raw materials into an industrial production line and obtain similar packs of multiple outputs. However, leadership is not that predictable. You need to learn and build on the job. It is one thing to lead a group of yes-men and another to harness a highly talented team’s unprecedented potential. However, many of today’s leaders find leading teams challenging.

Anyone can be a good team member; it merely entails getting your numbers right and pleasing a couple of bosses. Before long, such diligent employees get noticed by management. More often than not, this extraordinary employee gets promoted to a higher cadre where they may be required to manage people. With the new job description comes greater responsibility.

A series of questions crosses the minds of new team leaders about what the designation entails. You can answer all questions glaring you in the face and declutter the labyrinth of leadership. Most team leaders realize the vast variations between present realities and what applies during team membership days. At the onset, the situation often feels like you are biting off more than you can chew. Away from the normal of daily clocking in, leadership exposes you to a new facet of work — tasks such as keeping the potential excesses of a dynamic team in check, keeping clients happy, and frequently reporting to your manager.

Although everyone wants to be a leader, far fewer are willing to lead.

The stress that comes with the near-impossible goals of leadership can be burgeoning. Still, you refuse to back down. It gives a sense of fulfillment, as you’re taking yourself beyond limits previously unsurpassed.

second key point

The quintessence of creative teams

Griffin Day is a computer programming guru in charge of a multinational company’s cybersecurity arm with online banking investments. He primarily works remotely but occasionally has to go onsite at the company’s downtown Manhattan office. The fantastic thing about Day’s oddities is the careless abandon with which he exhibits them. He would, on some occasions, walk in with a bottle of Cognac or Brandy. He has been caught on some occasions smoking pot in the company’s lounge.

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third key point

Ease off and own it all

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Wisely wielding the trident of power

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Building your team’s trust and the workplace culture

sixth key point

Concentrate efforts while simultaneously drawing boundaries

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The origins of the idea and practical conflict management

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Conclusion

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What is Herding Tigers about?

In "Herding Tigers," the author explores the challenges of leading creative teams and offers practical advice on how to effectively manage and inspire these individuals. Drawing from his own experiences and interviews with successful creative leaders, Henry provides strategies for fostering a culture of innovation, setting clear expectations, and navigating the unique dynamics of creative work. This book serves as a valuable guide for anyone seeking to lead and support creative professionals in achieving their best work.

Who should read Herding Tigers

Managers and leaders seeking to effectively lead creative teams.
Creative professionals looking for guidance on working with leaders.
Individuals interested in understanding the dynamics of leading creative teams.

Topics in Herding Tigers

Leadership Management Creativity Team Building Business Development Entrepreneurship Personal Development Communication Productivity Career Development Self-Love Confidence Mental Toughness Emotional Intelligence Networking

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