The Autopilot Leadership Model

The Autopilot Leadership Model originated from the concept of the Invisible Leader in Lao Zi's Dao De Jing as well as other modern Western management theories, which will be explained in detail in Chapter 2. Autopilot means the automatic system that is used to control the course of an airplane without the need of constant hands-on control. The author borrowed this terminology to describe the automatic operational system in a company without the need for a leader's direct command. In this model, Talent and Team are the two most important facets. Through the six elements of Choosing the Right Talent, High Trust Environment, Highly Effective Team, Common Goal, Effective Empowerment, and Coaching and Developing Talent, the model allows employees to unlock their potential, attain happiness, attract other talented individuals to join, and ensure business sustainability.