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On a serious note, when sending this young man off to school yesterday dressed as Harry Potter, I thought about the young leaders in our businesses today who would have grown up watching Harry and his friends, and I wondered what leadership lessons Harry would have taught them over the years. His journey, from a young boy who learns of his magical heritage to the hero who plays a crucial role in the defeat of the dark wizard Voldemort, embodies qualities and lessons that are valuable for leadership. here are some of his attributes.

Courage in the Face of Adversity:
Harry's willingness to face dangerous situations, even when the odds are against him, showcases the importance of courage in leadership.

Humility and the Willingness to Learn:
Despite his fame within the wizarding world, Harry remains humble and open to learning from others.

Importance of Teamwork and Collaboration:
Throughout the series, Harry relies on his friends and allies to overcome obstacles. This highlights the significance of building a strong team and fostering collaboration.

Resilience and Perseverance:
Harry's ability to persevere through personal losses and setbacks without losing hope is a powerful lesson in resilience.

Ethical Leadership and Integrity:
Harry's decisions are often guided by his moral compass, demonstrating the importance of ethics and integrity in leadership.

Empathy and Compassion:
Harry's ability to understand and feel for others, even his enemies, showcases the power of empathy and compassion in leadership.

Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving:
Harry often finds himself in situations that require quick thinking and innovative solutions. This ability to adapt and think creatively is crucial for leaders facing complex challenges in a rapidly changing world.

Harry Potter's journey offers valuable insights into courage, humility, teamwork, resilience, ethical leadership, empathy, and innovation. These qualities are essential for effective leadership and can inspire leaders to reflect on their own practices and how they can lead more effectively.

Not sure if my boy understands all of this just yet, but he certainly figured out how to crack his Daddy over the head with that wand immediately after I took the photo.

By Dara Kiernan

Keywords: Management, Leadership, Education