Also a sensitive judgment gained through leadership experience. When leading into uncertainty, learning comes in hindsight. The leader artist takes the time to think, to reflect, and to be alone to gain insight. Imagine spending one-half hour a day in reflection for ninety days. Leading as an artist is difficult work filled with inefficiencies difficulties, and frustrations.
Great commitment is necessary for great art.
The leader artist understands that difficulties are the greatest opportunities for growth and innovation. They are tested when the change process become difficult and tense. Many fail the test and revert to old ways of doing things. Those who remain committed find new ways to proceed and are rewarded with new learning and development. The artist does not avoid tension and conflict.