How Leaders Can Be As Observant As Sherlock Holmes

“You see, but you do not observe. The distinction is clear,” said Holmes. Many people see just fine, but are observation-blind. Leaders need the ability to observe. Leadersmustrecognize patterns and understand the significance of what we see. Observation can be learned, asSherlock Holmes willteach us.

“My name is Sherlock Holmes. It is my business to know what other people don’t know.” –Sherlock Holmes inThe Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle.

I’m a big fan of Sherlock Holmes. I love the original...