Overcoming Adversity
Many business executives may face daunting challenges in these tough economic times. They're looking for guidance, if not inspiration, from others who have had to overcome challenges in similar difficult situations.
No case study shows this better than "Henry Vth", Shakespeare's play about how to overcome adversity. This play is not only great drama but great history, too. It's a tale of Britain's greatest king and England's greatest triumph, against tremendous odds.
The Battle of Agincourt took place in 1415, with young Henry only 27 years old, new to the throne and inexperienced in leadership. He was doubted by the noblemen, and even by his own troops during his treacherous invasion of France. The French had overwhelming advantages in numbers – 5 or even 10 to 1 superiority – in cavalry, and in armor. They had the home court advantage, and their troops were healthy and rested, while Henry's were sick and exhausted.
But – forsooth! You guessed it! – Henry pulls off an historic upset victory through timeless leadership skills, values, and behaviors practiced by the best in business today.
Movers & Shakespeares highlights the key elements of overcoming adversity by pulling together some of Shakespeare's most famous speeches and scenes, teaching participants first-hand how to overcome adversity.