From the Financial Times:
“Gratton’s varied cv has inspired her distinctive approach. She believes that “boundary spanning”, as she calls it, is vital. Part-academic, part-consultant, part-businesswoman – she draws on her different experiences and networks to make connections that are not visible to everyone.”
More and more of us will have work histories that enable boundary spanning. Individuals who have had one kind of job for decades might not understand the value of boundary spanners and be suspicious about their motives and question their ability to contribute. But, in my opinion, those holding this narrow POV will disappear long before the boundary spanners do.
FT.com / Columnists / Lunch with the FT – Lunch with the FT: Lynda Gratton.