So why aren't thought leaders saving the world yet?

... because they're largely full of crap and chasing sales.

If you found 1,000 random people and said "thought leaders" to them, I'm guessing you'd get back about 875 or more audible groans. The whole notion of "thought leadership" can be somewhat cringe-inducing for many reasons, not the least of which is the term itself. Business isn't about managing thoughts and never has been. It's about driving action. I th…