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The Hunter and the Mirror

In: The Elephant Hunters

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  • Amielle Lake
  • Andrew Kakabadse

    (Cranfield School of Management)

  • Nada Kakabadse

    (University of Northampton Business School)

Abstract

Now, the journey of the elephant hunters comes to a close. We arrive at the final chapter and as the title imposes, we embark on an introspective pursuit. We have covered how the moneymen once get into the hunt, how they survive and how they can succeed beyond mere survival. We have pieced together a hunter’s journey through learning and understanding his or her experiences. Next, we examine the personal impact that such a journey has on the hunter. Within this context, we picture the hunter looking into a variety of mirrors. Several kinds of reflection look back: some harbour regrets; some are lost; some see pride; and some see opportunity. Regrets can leave a deep scar — a family not known or a potential not reached. Perhaps worse are those who simply do not know how to stop. They see nothing other than work. They work hard, they burnout or worse they work themselves to death. Then the reflections brighten. Those with pride focus on mentoring their subordinates. The greatest satisfaction is to be revered and to know that you will be remembered. But, the true champions are those who see opportunity. For it is this group of hunters that look into the mirror and say “this isn’t enough” and then commit themselves to creating positive change. To set the tone, we begin the chapter with three anecdotes all based on true stories.

Suggested Citation

  • Amielle Lake & Andrew Kakabadse & Nada Kakabadse, 2008. "The Hunter and the Mirror," Palgrave Macmillan Books, in: The Elephant Hunters, chapter 9, pages 150-166, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palchp:978-0-230-58369-6_10
    DOI: 10.1057/9780230583696_10
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