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# [Mediation and Leadership](https://www.designgroupinternational.com/like-a-river/seasons-the-power-of-new-beginnings-0-0)

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Oct 22, 2024 1:58:42 PM

“In the past a leader was a boss. Today’s leaders must be partners with their people; they no longer can lead solely based on positional power.” – Ken Blanchard

# Articles about relationships

#### [Oct 22, 2024 1:58:42 PM Mediation and Leadership](https://www.designgroupinternational.com/like-a-river/seasons-the-power-of-new-beginnings-0-0)

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#### [Oct 1, 2024 12:00:00 PM Connected](https://www.designgroupinternational.com/like-a-river/seasons-the-power-of-new-beginnings-0)

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