Servant Leadership is consistently seen as a weak style of leadership… In his book The Infinite Game, however, Simon Sinek speaks to a mentality that coincides with the core tenets of servant leadership and shows that the principles of servant leadership are the ones that allow for organizations, businesses, and people to succeed in their endeavors.
Read MoreAs a society, we have found a way to become resilient with work. Most have figured out a way to shift their operations to become a partially or fully teleworked entity. They still employ people, provide products and services, and keep their organizations afloat. However, our country is in an unprecedented mental health crisis.
Read MoreIt seems as though what is needed is the kind of leader that leads with compassion and understanding. Since so many are disconnected because of social distancing and a healthy fear of contracting a virus, the leader that is needed is a connected leader that is resilient. A resilient servant leader.
Read MoreAt the time of this article, most of the world is sheltering in place. But I’m writing this for both this particular situation and, hopefully, beyond.
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Recently, I was on a call with my friend Sara Thingvold and as we were discussing some future endeavors we would embark on together, we got to talking about our year (2019) and the other things we’re dealing with as we roll into the new year. Then Sara said something that has had my head on a swivel since the moment she said it. “Lyle,” she declared, “this is a year of discovery for you!” Wow...thank so much, Sara!
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So you’re a servant leader, huh? You’re going to come in and change your organization by “serving”, aren’t you? You’re just going to give us stuff and pat us on the head and we’re going to produce high results and high profits, is that what you think?
Read MoreServant leadership is a simple concept, but it’s not easy to execute. The most challenging part of the servant style of leadership is that it’s opposite of how human beings operate. Being selfless takes work and doesn’t come naturally. There are several ways to work at being more selfless, all of which begin in your mind.
Read MoreWe’ve all either seen it or been around it. The people who walk into the room, dressed to impress, with that extra bounce in their step. They look the right way, accessorized with a bit of flash, shoulders back and feet square. They are trying to lean into every conversation, being present but not saying much. They have their business card ready to hand out and plenty of firm handshakes to distribute. These people are the picture of success, and they want everyone to know they have it all together.
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