powerpoint presentation — fundamental principles of enlightened succession
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At least, don't
make me
Alexander the
Great in my
lifetime.
(Srila Prabhupada,Room Conversation,
July 17th1977
Vrindavan)
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Success & Succession
succedere: to come close after
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The supreme occupation [dharma]
for all humanity is that by which mencan attain to loving devotional service
unto the transcendent Lord(SB 1.2.6)
Definition of Success
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Therefore, the breaking of the santana-dharma
tradition by irresponsible leaders of society brings
about chaos in that society, and consequently
people forget the aim of lifeViu. Such leaders
are called blind, and persons who follow such
leaders are sure to be led into chaos.
(Bhagavad-gita 1.42)
Definition of Failure
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Success Stories
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P!thu Maharaja
Leaders are caretakers, not proprietors
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Lord "#abhadeva
Succession is individual
Training successors is compulsory
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Dhruva Maharaja
Self Realization is a leaders highest duty
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Maharaja Citraketu
A devotee has faith in the plan of the Lord
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King Dh!tar$#%ra
A Selfless Leader is attached to the welfare of subjects
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King Vena
Pride cometh before the fall
Quit while you are ahead
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Srila Prabhupada on Succession
By 1975, all of those who have passed
all of the above examinations will bespecifically empowered to initiate and
increase the number of the Krishna
Conscious population.
(SPL to Kirtanananda, 12-01-68)
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Retire or Die on the Battlefield?
I am trying to retire from management to translate
but if these things come then how can I translate. I
have set up the framework and everything should
be done within the framework.
(SPL to all GBC secretaries, 19-08-76)
"I ask Krishna to give me enthusiasm to continue
unto death. A soldier should die fighting on the
battlefield. (TKG Diary)
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Principles of Succession
Vision
Open Communication
Authenticity
Seeking Advice
Detachment
Devotee Care
Accountability
Proper Recruiting
Ongoing Training and Education
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Independently Thoughtful
Krishna Consciousness Movement is
for training men to be independentlythoughtful and competent in all types of
departments of knowledge and action...
to develop reliability and responsibility.
(SPL to Karandhar 12-22-1972)
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Boil The Milk
We may thin the milk till it becomes useless, or
we may boil it until it becomes thick and sweet,
so now we have got enough followers, let us train
them up perfectly in the philosophy and activities
of Krishna Consciousness way of life. Unless all
of my students become very much fixed up in
their spiritual progress, what is the use of so
many programs for expansion?
(SPL to Stoka Krishna 6-20-1972)
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Reflections on Succession
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Reflections on Succession
1. History tends to repeat itself
2. Creating positive ways of
transition
3. Apprenticeship and mentorship
programs at all levels
4. Success depends on succession
5. Pass the baton; its a relay race
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Reflections on Succession
6. The Law of Seniority
7. The graveyards are full of
indispensable men
8. Two ways of becoming redundant
9. All Things Must Pass
10. International Society or Indo-
Slavic Society For Krishna
Consciousess
11.A Success Story in ISKCON
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Conclusion
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Unity in Diversity
If we keep Krishna in the center, then there will
be agreement in varieties. This is called unity in
diversity But, if we fight on account of diversity,then it is simply the material platform. Please try
to maintain the philosophy of unity in diversity.
That will make our movement successful.(SPL to Kirtanananda, 18-10-73)
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Questions for Introspection
What educational programs am Iattending?
Who am I training to be my successors?
What methodology am I subscribing to?Which role models am I emulating?
Am I attending meetings primarily to
protect my position and assets?
Which experts advice am I seeking
regularly?
Who are my friends and mentors?
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Mind Exercise
You got the badnews that you only
have three months
left to live.
How would you
spend those three
months?
Pair up, discuss,
and share.
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Questions?
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