GC Nature Hour: The Power of Imagination

The Power of Imagination in Leadership

If we want to generate a better future for people and planet we must be able to imagine what this future looks like.

While imagination (the ability to see things as if they could be otherwise) is key to social, environmental, cultural and political transformation, it has been devalued by our organisational, political, and educational systems over the years and is rarely considered a key capability for leaders. Our ability to use our imagination has been eroded but we need leaders who have the ability to imagine how things could be different, and who can unleash imagination in others.

In this workshop we will:

• Explore the role of imagination in leadership and why it is so important for generating positive change
• Identify the conditions required for individuals, organisations and communities to imagine a different future

Today’s Nature Hour Host

Nicki Davey (Growing Your Best Self Summer ’20 Cohort)

Director, Saltbox Training & Events

I aim to help make the world better place for future generations through: Creating holistic leaders who have the courage, wisdom, compassion and vision to make a positive difference in the world; Promoting tolerance, understanding, trust and collaboration within teams, organisations and communities; and helping individuals and organisations to respect and value themselves, each other and the world around them in all their activities and interactions. I believe that learning is one of life’s greatest pleasures and should be a joy and an adventure, and I take inspiration from nature, music, creative arts, and ancient wisdom as well as the latest findings from neuroscience and behavioural psychology to create powerful holistic learning experiences.