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Polar Dreams, Polar Disappointments Part II – OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 1999 British Heritage FeatureBritish Heritage | 0 comments | Print This Post | Email This Post Ninety years on, Shackleton would be astonished to learn that management theorists use him as an example of the best of leadership qualities. Such techniques as maintaining a positive outlook, organizational and marketing skills, providing a support system for colleagues, and the importance of loyalty were among Shackleton’s skills. His fame came not so much from what he did–or didn’t–achieve but from his ability to carry on under circumstances that would try abilities of lesser men. Subscribe Today
Shackleton’s granddaughter paraphrased the comments of one of her grandfather’s companions when she said, “When all is lost, when there is no hope, pray for Shackleton. He will get you through.” Part I of this feature appeared in the June/July 1999 issue. Read Part I. Pages: 1 2 3Help HistoryNet by bookmarking to
           
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