As we left
our hotel on Saturday, we noted some of the memorable Edinburgh sights on our
bus ride back to the airport.
One sign we
passed advocated for experiencing the “miracle of not flying.”
Unfortunately we experienced the “not flying” part of this harbinger when our
flight to Louisville was completely canceled.
Although not
predictable, this event proved to be a hallmark assessment task (HAT) of sorts
for all the members of the group, as it required us to exhibit many of the
competencies needed by global leaders: an open mind, flexibility, adaptability,
and compassion for each other and other harried travelers as each dealt with
the stresses of this uncertain situation.
As the
faculty leader for the course, I am proud of this group of global
leaders. Below are somehighlights of our course in Global HRD: the staff
rides, which are shaping up to be an assignment that enhances facilitation
skills and exploration of leadership within a cultural context; the
opportunities for developing a global mindset while navigating the ambiguities
of new environments, and the camaraderie derived from developing into a
supportive and cohesive group.
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