Lessons from Art

by Jul 8, 20104 comments

I discovered this on the Internet -†I am not sure where, nor do I know the name of†the artist who created this.†(Please let me know if you do so I can provide attribution).

I love this image for a number of reasons – it is so rich with lessons.† Here are some that jump out for me.† Please add yours by posting a comment.

1. It is simple – just a few brush strokes -†less is often more.

2. It is elegant – elegance and grace are central themes in my new book The Spark, the Flame, and the Torch.† What ever is elegant and graceful inspires.

3. †It is timely – our examples, metaphors, teaching methods and theories need to be constantly revised and replaced in order to be relevant. Relevance is an essential ingredient for success.

4. It is subtle – notice the skin tones of the players.† Blunt and abbrasive messages are the currency of earlier times.† We are tired†of being bludgeoned with marketing and teaching messages that wear us down. Instead, nuanced messages have greater potency because they will be listened to, while we tune out the loud noises.

What other metaphors†for excellence, growth, spirit and inspiring leadership can you find in this image?