leadership, conduct & responsibility
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An Ancestral Perspective
Leadership, Conduct & Responsibility
Nya:wëh Sgënö Our Creator tells us that we must talk softy to one another, to use words that result in
harmony and good relations. The Ongwehoweh (Real People) say the first duty of the people is to show an appreciation and high regard for one another. When we greet each other we are offering a wish of good health. It is also the duty of each and every one of us to care for one another. And that has been the way of the Ongwehoweh for most of the time we have existed on this earth. The Creation nurtured the People providing them with beautiful things & good medicines. The People gave a greeting and Thanksgiving to the things that produced their lives and they gave a greeting to one another for the same reasons. The People who live this way celebrated life because they were happy and the People who live in this way celebrate because they are happy.
Our language is onöhgwa’ tsi:yoh (good medicine)
Ganonyogk … a Thanksgiving The People Mother Earth Waters, Fish, Grasses Medicines, Strawberries, all other Berries The Four legged & Winged ones Trees, Forests & the Maple Life Sustainers (Corns, Beans, Squash) Wind & Thunders Sun, Moon, & Stars Handsome Lake Sky People Our Creator
The Circle…Our lives as Native People are influenced by continuous
cycles. When at her fullest the night time sun, Grandmother Moon is round; our Grandfather Sun is also round; Sky Woman walked in a counter clockwise circle as she gave life to Mother Earth; water drums are round; our annual cultural celebrations acknowledge nature’s life giving cycles & we honor those gifts by dancing in a circle …
Hayënwëntha Belt … ‘changing of minds’
The White Pine … ‘the teacher’The Eagle
The Spreading Branches
The Needle Clusters
The Pinecone
The Evergreen
The Trunk
The Four White Roots
The Weapons of War
Ga:yënëshë’gowahSgënö (Peace):
Lack of aggression Holistic health
Ga’hasdehshä (Power):Authority applied equitablyEveryone treated fairly
Hodiwanoöhgöh (Righteousness): Ethics Acting on ‘what is right’
What is Pathways?First - it is a way of thinking modeled after our ancestral
life ways. Pathways is influenced by the Great Law’s inherent common sense & practicality.
Ga:yënëshë’gowah focuses on human conduct, behavior & relations with others.
Secondly - it is about leadership & governance Decision-making, accessibility, inclusion, accountability, organizational design,
responsible participation, fairness, & more
Thirdly – it is about applying this ancient, ‘time-tested’ knowledge into our daily interactions
Our TruthsOur Hodinöhsöni team members carry the responsibility to
model this thinking & conduct for it to take hold & have influence on others
We must teach those who are unfamiliar with our life ways
Time & patience are required to achieve long-term success
Sovereignty
Ability to recreate & sustain our communities on our termsAbility to care for oneself, family & contribute to our respective
NationClear thinking & Good decision making ‘Being a good human being’ In our language …
Our Beliefs – Planning Ahead
Cultural Concepts Contemporary Application Burying of Weapons Conflict Resolution where both
sides can potentially win, create ‘win-wins’
Seventh Generation Strategic planning; reinforces ideas of consequences & accountability
Use of mind to resolve conflict ‘Thinking out of the box’; creative and innovative thinking
Our Beliefs – Working TogetherCultural Concepts Contemporary Application Consensus Inclusion, team member involvement;
this method provides an opportunity for team members to contribute and make a difference
‘Talking it out’ Listening to and including team members input; they have their say, increases understanding and potential buy-in
Horizontal Hierarchy Equality straight across the board; minimal class structure, leadership more accessible
Our Beliefs – Develop LeadershipCultural Concepts Contemporary Application
Great Law’s Principle Similar to Heart Centered Leadership management training; humanistic; respectful appreciation
‘Putting the people first’ Team member’s level of success is a direct reflection of leadership style and focus
Hoyaneh must consider impact of decisions on peace, the environment and the future
Thoughtful decision making that considers the condition of the team members, the dynamics of the workplace and the collective future of all team members
The Hodinӧshӧni Perspective
Way of Life
Healthy People = Strong Communities
An Academic Perspective
WorkplaceCulture
Motivated Team Member = Higher Performance, able to contribute to workplace
Career Development suggests …
Experiential Learning & Observation
PotentialLife/Work BalanceRetention
Tomorrow & the Future … Will have successfully advanced our concept of ‘onemindedness’ to
strengthen understanding, fairness and partnership internally and externally
Personal commitment and empowerment will be the foundation to Seneca achievement
Our efforts will have created a ‘path’ to guide those coming after us Our way of thinking will be utilized to contribute to the future growth of
self, Nation & corporation We will have carried out our responsibility to the ancestors and the
Seventh Generation
A Gallup poll …Organizations that effectively create an inclusive
environment experience a:
39% increase in guest satisfaction22% increase in productivity27% increase in profitability
22% DECREASE IN TURNOVER
PathwaysIn regard to Career Development:
A balance is necessary in order for clients to make good career decisions that enable them to enhance their training and experiences, increase job satisfaction, satisfy career growth while maintaining their home and place in the community.
Holistic condition/Good decisions/Proper balance are precursors to job satisfaction, development and retention
PathwaysIn regard to our culture
We must take advantage of every opportunity to share our cultural perspectives to educate our internal and external guests
Increased knowledge and understanding will enhance morale, pride and team building
We have a responsibility to our ancestors and the children
A humble suggestion …
LearningEnvironment
BOE, Curriculum,
Methodology,
Effective Learning Standards, Student Achievement
A Final ThoughtThe Hoyaneh serve as mentors of the people. Their skin
is seven spans thick serving as protection against anger, offensive actions & criticism. Their hearts are full of peace & goodwill. The condition of the people is first & foremost. With tremendous patience they carry out their duty. Firmness is tempered with a tenderness for the people. Anger does not enter their mind & all words & actions are characterized by calm deliberation.