A LinkedIn editor contacted me yesterday and asked me to contribute my thoughts on a wonderful article by theoretical physicist, Leonard Mlodinow. It was about Stephen Hawking's views on leadership. It's still sinking in that someone asked ME to join in a conversation about Stephen Hawking, written by his long time friend. š³šš³ Here's my reply:
I suffer from numerous debilitating chronic illnesses. My disabilities continue to challenge me in every way. I am forced to constantly change my approach and transmute my suffering into something useful, meaningful, and beautiful. I agree with Professor Hawkingās approach. We must first recognize when our ideas are not working. Just as Richard Feynman said, āā¦you must not fool yourself and you are the easiest person to fool.ā Once you have a new course heading, accept it, and move forward and as Hawking states, āassess the effectiveness of the new approach.ā These strategies must continually evolve and adapt with each situation. I also believe that leadership is not just the ability to delegate, it is also the ability to inspire and connect people in a creative and thoughtful way. And Professor Hawking did just that, in so many ways.
Professor Hawking died on the same day I had brain surgery. He will always be my greatest hero. His legacy continues to keep me looking up at the stars, even when it hurts the most. š
Also, please check out Leonard Mlodinow's beautiful new book, "Stephen Hawking."
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