As 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 MoreHow do we find the light when all there seems to be is darkness? As we decipher how to manage, here are a few simple reminders that can help you maintain a positive mindset during challenging times.
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.
Read MoreIf you’ve been reading and listening to Servant Leadership Institute content over the years, you’ll notice we’ve urged you to “lead with your heart...” But what does that really mean?
Read MoreIn Robert Greenleaf’s book, The Servant Leader, he says, “are people better off after coming in contact with you?” is the measure of a servant leader. What a great way to explain servant leadership! It’s so simple, yet definitely causes you to reflect. You really have to be quite brave in answering this question and willing to be introspective as you examine your actions and motives in leading people.
Read MoreAs we entered Bakersfield, the bus driver announced we were making an unscheduled stop due to mechanical issues. Greyhound was going to have to send another bus to deliver us to our final destination. Of course, this didn’t sit well with any of the passengers, but Chris, Andrea and I were too exhausted to protest. We just wanted to get back to our campus — even if it was on a back of a donkey.
Read MoreThis week, we offer you a glimpse of Vicki Floyd Clark, who will be joining us at the Servant Leader Conference 2019 and speaking with her own brand of wisdom, warmth, and humor. Vicki is a servant leader who speaks across the country, looking to influence leaders to serve and teaching them how to increase the capacity of their organizations. She is an example of one person making an impact. After viewing this clip, I was struck by a couple things:
Read MoreHave you ever daydreamed about something you might want to achieve, change or have in your life? Notice how often your mind will click through what it will take to achieve your desired goal, and then that little annoying voice in your head kicks in and asserts, “it’s too much to do — just never mind.”
Read MoreI began my career as a power leader. I was trained in the corporate world to only care about short-term quarterly results, revenues and profits. For the first 20 years of my career, I found limited satisfaction in leading others. Thankfully, I’ve gone through a transformation in my leadership style and today I consider myself a servant leader.
Read MoreSome people believe servant leadership is about being nice. However, if you seek to influence or lead others, regardless of your place in the organizational chart, you know leadership is often far from pleasant.
Read MoreKen Blanchard planted a seed for Art Barter, he and his employees nurtured it, and it has flourished. The relationship between Ken and Art has flourished as well and Ken continues to contribute to our yearly servant leadership conferences.
Read MoreI vividly remember sitting across from my leader some years ago, discussing an error I had made in my work. It was accidental, but I should have caught it and didn’t — and the information needed to be accurate to make a good decision. He asked, "What do you think happens when you make errors like this?” As I experienced a horrible feeling in the pit of my stomach, I replied, “Your trust in me is shaken. Now I need to work to gain your trust back.” He didn’t disagree.
Read MoreWhat does my “Ta-Da” story have to do with leadership? It struck me this morning as I started my day that we all have the opportunity each and every day to do “Ta-Da” work. What would your boss think if you walked into his/her office and slid your completed report, project or spreadsheet into the inbox with a resounding “Ta-Da”?
Read MoreWe aren’t all going to be Gandhi or Mandela, but as servant leaders we have the power to touch people through taking initiative. Here are some ways to do that.
Read MorePart of our responsibility as servant leaders is to leave behind something worthwhile, something that says, “I was here.” But in today’s world, we often become too busy to recognize how important it is to think beyond ourselves.
Read MoreThis year, as we have for the past several years, Servant Leadership Institute and our parent company, Datron World Communications, have had the privilege of being one of the sponsors of the LPGA's Kia Classic Golf Tournament and Kia Classic Women's Leadership Day here in Carlsbad, CA.
Read MoreThe theme for this year’s servant leadership conference hosted by the Servant Leadership Institute is, “The Music of Servant Leadership.” You may think this is an odd theme for a leadership conference, so let me tell you a bit about the powerful vision we have.
Read MoreMost of us are eager to influence decisions that could affect us, but trouble may arise when those involved in decision-making have conflicting perspectives. This friction can lead to a battle over authority and control and result in incorrect decisions or broken relationships.
Read MoreTo think about your thinking, you need to look deep within yourself and discover who you are and why you think the way you do.
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