The Essence of Leadership: Serving to Lead

Leadership is an art, a commitment, and a journey best navigated with a servant’s heart. The concept of servant leadership flips the traditional leadership script, suggesting that the most influential leaders prioritize the needs of their team above their own. This blog post delves into the philosophy of servant leadership, highlights three historical figures who embodied this approach and offers insights into how leaders can serve their teams effectively.

Servant Leadership: A Timeless Approach

The term ‘servant leadership’ was coined by Robert K. Greenleaf in his 1970 essay, “The Servant as Leader.” However, the practice dates back much further, with examples found throughout history. Servant leaders lead primarily to empower and uplift those around them.

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My New Favourite Quote – Applies Nicely To My Week

S3/E06 (37:01): “Well, Conny, there are snakes that go months without eating. And then they finally catch something, but they’re so hungry that they suffocate while they’re eating. One opportunity at a time.” (Don Draper)

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