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Where are we trying to end up?

15,471 views | Rach Ranton • TED@Westpac

Drawing upon both her military and corporate careers, Rach Ranton explores a central principle in group dynamics: As long as we all know what we're trying to accomplish, it doesn't matter exactly how we get there. Armed with a stockpile of lessons, she encourages leaders to adopt the best practices of a well-oiled unit. Ranton asks: If you as a leader were absent from the scene, would your team still know what to do ... and why they were doing it?

Drawing upon both her military and corporate careers, Rach Ranton explores a central principle in group dynamics: As long as we all know what we're trying to accomplish, it doesn't matter exactly how we get there. Armed with a stockpile of lessons, she encourages leaders to adopt the best practices of a well-oiled unit. Ranton asks: If you as a leader were absent from the scene, would your team still know what to do ... and why they were doing it?

About the speaker

Rach Ranton

Rach Ranton

Veteran leader

Having served in the Australian Army for more than a decade (including tours of East Timor and Afghanistan), Rach Ranton has a unique perspective on managing people. Drawing on both her military and corporate careers, she explores leadership and how we will need to manage differently in the gig economy. She seeks to help others understand the positive influence they can have if they lead with purpose.

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