At the World Business Forum, Gary Hamel gave a rousing speech about the need for companies to update their management models. An area on which he put a lot of focus was the need for companies to better utilize the talents and passions of their employees. Specifically, he called for reorienting work around "natural leaders" versus relying only on titled leaders. These are people who have earned the respect of their peers, and have demonstrated a capacity for getting things done that advance the company.
And, perhaps for you the reader, it goes without saying that often these people may not be in leadership positions.
Firms Need a System for Recognizing and Empowering Innovation Catalysts
