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Courageous Follower Day
Mon, Mar 4, 2024

Courageous Follower Day

Courageous Follower Day is an annual American holiday dedicated to changing the usual understanding of leadership in our world. Today, the role of followers is much greater than it used to be. It is necessary to abandon the rigid policy of the individual leader in favor of multi-vector governance, then more people will be able to make important decisions. It is celebrated on March 4.

History

The history of Courageous Follower Day is commonly associated with 1995, when the world saw the book Ira Chaleff, whose name is reflected in the name of the holiday. Courageous follower-what did the author mean by that term? The society received Chaleff’s work ambiguously, and vivid discussions began on the subject of what true leadership should be.

In his book, Ira Chaleff proposed an innovative leadership practice in which not only the leader will play a major role, but also his followers, who have all the necessary leadership qualities. Their interaction with the leader and among themselves allows to form a strong managerial element, which gives the opportunity to succeed in all conditions. The leader should pay more attention to his followers, the joint decision-making ensures objectivity and maximum utility.

Interesting facts

  • A leader is not just a title, it is an image of a leader who combines intelligence, energy, perseverance and high social skills.
  • One of the most famous leaders of antiquity was the Babylonian king Hammurabi, who during his reign was able to draw up a whole code of laws.
  • There are several theories of leadership in management theory, which interpret the image of leadership and its behavior in different ways.

How to celebrate

Dedicate the day to studying leadership theories. Read Ira Chaleff’s book. Discuss it with family and friends. Celebrating Courageous Follower Day is a great reason to show your leadership skills and help the company where you work succeed.

Spread the word on social media. Ask other users what they think about leadership and if they have read Ira Chaleff’s book.

When is Courageous Follower Day in 2024?

Courageous Follower Day is observed on March 4 each year.

Observations

Monday march 4 2024
Tuesday march 4 2025
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