The Bodhisattva and ChatGPT on the Qualities of a Good Leader | John Cianciosi

What makes a good leader a good leader? Throughout history, many types of leaders have profoundly impacted humanity. Often, it is only in hindsight that we fully appreciate the extent of their influence, whether positive or negative. However, no one becomes a leader without followers. In essence, it is the followers who shape their leaders. Are there specific qualities that can help us identify a good leader? Buddhist scriptures offer a fascinating list of attributes proposed by the Bodhisattva as essential for effective leadership. Are these qualities still relevant today? Surprisingly, when we consult the “sage” of the modern era, ChatGPT, we find a striking alignment in the qualities deemed necessary for good leadership. This talk will explore how both ancient wisdom and contemporary insights can guide us in recognizing who would make an exceptional leader.
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John Cianciosi was ordained a Buddhist monk in Thailand in 1972 and trained under one of that country’s most gifted and influential meditation masters, the late Venerable Ajahn Chah. Later, he was appointed abbot of Wat Pah Nanachat, the International Forest Monastery established to provide training for the growing number of Ajahn Chah’s Western disciples. In 1982, he was asked to establish a Buddhist monastery in Perth, Western Australia. For the next 14 years, he was instrumental in successfully establishing Bodhinyana Monastery and Dhammaloka Buddhist Centre. In 1995 he left monastic life and moved to the Chicago area, where he continues to share his insights and wisdom. He is the author of The Meditative Path and is currently the director of public programs at the Theosophical Society in America.
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