ABSTRACT
Leadership is a relationship in a state of constant renewal. The relationship intends real changes with emphasis on intend and not accomplish. If leaders measure leadership by what is accomplished, they will default to a ages-old and failed concept of leadership embodied by the concept of the great man, and it was a man, who defined leadership in their accomplishments. When the relationship is built on intention, the test is purpose and intent, drawn from values and goals, of leaders, high and low, resulting in policy decisions that are collectively understood and implemented. When leadership is manifested in leaders and followers who are in a relational dialogue, there is less likelihood for teleopathy to develop. Teleopathy is the unbalanced pursuit of goals at the expense of moral considerations about means, obligations, and duties. True buy-in is more likely to spring from healthy organizations that sharpen its visions and values, maintain customer-centricity, insist on flat organizations, demonstrate respect for employees and commit to individual and organizational growth.
