Leadership: Being, Knowing, Doing Robin L. Owens and slave catchers prowled the

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Leadership: Being, Knowing, Doing Robin L. Owens and slave catchers prowled theIn an increasingly frenetic world too many leaders have lost sight of the simple yet profound wisdom associated with practical action, otherwise known as phronesis. Phronesis is an ancient Greek word associated with good judgement and good character. At its core, it is about the ability to discern how best to act. Practical wisdom involves acting thoughtfully and virtuously and encouraging others to do the same. Stephen Tierney describes virtue,