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... As Machiavelli put it, over four hundred years ago:
"There is nothing more difficult to take in hand, more perilous to conduct, or more uncertain in its success, than to take the lead in the introduction of a new order of things. ... "( Niccolo Machiavelli, 1515)
It seems rather amazing that the issue of change has been reviewed, albeit in different perspectives, throughout civilization. John Kotter believes that todays managers must incorporate adaptability in all tasks. ... In contrast, Machiavelli seems only to be concerned with nature of human beings and how power is maintained. ... Nevertheless, Machiavelli, like Kotter, believes that it is easier to formulate relationships with subordinates. ... Machiavelli says that hereditary leaders have an easier time than new princes because the people are already accustomed to their hereditary leaders and accept their power, but a new prince has to work hard to be accepted by his people. Kotter believes that we get into trouble most often when utilize previous experiences without considering how the new situation is different. ...
Machiavelli and Kotter believe that becoming a leader is not a simple process. ... In considering qualities of a leader, Machiavelli most often supports the evil over the good, for the sake of power.
Approximate Word count = 947
Approximate Pages = 3.8
(250 words per page double spaced)
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