Servant leadership focuses on the needs of the employees and the stockholders instead of the needs of the leader of the organization. This way the organization benefits itself in a chain reaction, when employees are happy and motivated they will give excellent customer service and when clients are happy they will use your services again. When clients use the service of the organization again and refer your company the organizations receives more money and in the end will result in the stockholders being happy.…
The most interesting part of the book that I reflect on is chapter 3 on the model, because it uses the paradigm shift (upside down pyramid symbolizes the servant leadership model according to, Hunter) concerning change in environment, such as doing things in a different way to change your life and meet goals. Hunter uses leadership, authority, service & sacrifice, love and will as the essential influences to align your behavior to influences with intentions and actions to lead with will power of loving what you do.…
Servant leadership has been identified by Robert Greenleaf, as one serving others before serving themselves, In addition Greenleaf also stated that true leadership emerges from those whose primary motivation is a deep desire to help other. (Spears & Lawrence, 2002). This means that a servant leader will have to develop compassion for people and also be able to respond to people in a way that can build up a person’s character. The most successful servant leaders are those who have become skilled empathetic listeners.…
Leadership is about being there for your team when times get rough, a servant leader will model organization vision and values. Servant leaders will also give knowledgeable directives and demonstrates ?caring principles? the organization (Northouse,2016). Some leaders are not good or positive some are just power plays and that?s an ingredient for disaster. When leadership is weak normally the whole team is weak because the leader will be preoccupied with self instead of the team.…
The servant leadership values the community. So the servant leaders have a commitment to their followers’ growth (St.Thomas University, 2015). But every leader has a potential to improve. They must get better to be more effective and positively impact their team. The growth of the leader helps support the growth and development of their followers. The personal growth of the leaders enables them to improve their own performance and management skills. This gives them more authenticity. The personal growth also helps them to be more aware of their strengths and weaknesses. This will aid them better connect with others and overcome obstacles easily (Lubbock Christian University, 2015).…
Robert K. Greenleaf’s definition of servant leadership is one which is based on teamwork and community while seeking to involve others in the decision making and is strongly based in ethical and caring behavior while enhancing the growth of people (Spears, 1996). Greenleaf even lists his view of the characteristics of a servant leader to include: (1) Listening: leaders have been valued for their communication and listening skills-the servant leader seeks to identify the will of the group by listening receptively, (2) Empathy: people need to be accepted for their unique and special spirits, (3) Healing: servant leaders realize they have an opportunity to help make whole those they lead, (4) Awareness: general awareness and self-awareness strengthen the servant leader, (5) Persuasion: convincing others instead of coercing them, (6) Conceptualization: nurturing abilities in the ones they lead to “dream great dreams”, (7) Foresight: understanding the lessons of the past, realities of the present, and consequences of the future decisions, (8) Stewardship: holding in trust something dear to another, (9) Commitment to the growth of people, and (10) Building community: building and creating something special in those that work within today’s institutions (Spears, 2004). Some leadership theorist can even quantify with diagrams and tables of what servant leadership…
Fundamentally, servant leadership entails leaders being servants first. It starts off with a natural feeling that one wants to serve, and goes beyond one’s self interest, where leaders are genuinely concerned about serving their followers. Further, it also involves leaders not using their power to get things done but instead try to persuade and convince their followers. In this way, followers support their leaders and are motivated to become the very best they can become (Dierendonck, 2011). Indeed, servant leaders do care about the development of their employees and even share power.…
They recognized and celebrated our achievements, fostering a sense of pride and motivation. Through their servant leadership style, they inspire us to strive for excellence, both individually and collectively. Conclusion The concept of the leader as servant challenges traditional notions of leadership, emphasizing the importance of selflessness, empathy, and service. Its compelling elements, such as compassion, active listening, and collaboration, hold immense potential for fostering organizational success and personal growth. Servant leadership is not a fleeting trend; rather, it aligns with the evolving needs of organizations and societies, making it a timeless and invaluable approach to leadership.…
This article poses a very vital question to the perspective leader. It simply asks, “Do you have what it takes to be a servant leader?” The authors of the article introduce servant leadership by asking a series of questions, which causes the reader to determine if they may be a perspective servant leader. Next, the article focuses on 11 characteristics that identify a servant leader. Some of the characteristics include having a calling, being a good listener, having empathy, and having a commitment to the growth of people.…
“A servant-leader focuses primarily on the growth and well-being of people and the communities to which they belong. While traditional leadership generally involves the accumulation and exercise of power by one at the “top of the pyramid,” servant leadership is different. The servant-leader shares power, puts the needs of others first and helps people develop and perform as highly as possible.” ~ Robert K. Greenleaf Center for Servant…
Servant leadership is a leadership style where leaders will put followers first to accomplish the goals of the organization. This leadership is a paradox with service and influence. Also, focuses on the point of view of the leader and their behaviors, coincidentally servant leadership is viewed as a behavior in this class. There are said to be 10 characteristics a servant leader must have which are listening, empathy, healing, awareness, persuasion, conceptualization, foresight, stewardship, commitment to the growth of people, and building the community. Thus, translating into seven servant leadership behaviors which are conceptualizing, emotional healing, putting followers first, helping followers grow and succeed, behaving ethically,…
According to Robert K. Greenleaf, servant leadership “is a philosophy and set of practices that enriches the lives of individuals, builds better organizations and ultimately creates a more just and caring world”. Participative leaders are ones who accept input from group members when decision making and problem solving, but the leader has the final say when choices are made. This style of leadership motivates and encourages team members which leads to more effective and accurate decisions. Participative and servant leadership primarily focus on the members of the group giving them the majority control over the decision making process, each one collaborates…
As we develop into leaders, one of the things we need to know is what it means to be a servant leader. Today such examples are greatly lacking. Servant leadership is a choice by a leader to follow the example of The Jesus Christ and The Mother Teresa and lead by serving, becoming a bondservant and giving his life for others. Servant leadership is an inner attitude of the heart by which a person chooses to place himself or herself under the leadership of Jesus Christ and Mother Teresa. Christ often invited people to follow him. Some followed and many did not. One of the things to understand is the difference between obedience and submission. A person in authority or general leader in our present society can command for obedience. Submission, on the other hand, is a choice by the follower to choose to follow a leader, and also an inner attitude of the heart can never be commanded. Some chose to submit to Christ and followed him. Many chose not to submit to Christ and followed other religious leaders. Christ gives us the freedom to make the choice not to follow or submit. Most religious leaders out there serve the people and community first. The characteristics of a servant leadership as seen by Robert Greenleaf are “listening, empathy, healing, awareness, persuasion, conceptualization, foresight, stewardship, commitment to the growth of people and building the community.” (Greenleaf, 2002, p. #19-25)…
My leadership style is that of servant leadership. In this leadership approach, I conceive of myself not as someone who wields power over subordinates, rather I’m deeply responsible to, and for, coworkers and subordinates. My way of servant leadership comes from an orientation of accountability, compassion, and care.…
The difference between servant leadership and other leadership styles is the people oriented focus. Servant leadership models are built on a desire to serve and lead. Servant leaders prioritize the success and growth of others before serving themselves. Whereas, alternative leadership models focus on individual wants and needs for personal advancement. A leader will offer support to personnel with the underlying intent of receiving recognition. A servant leader will be distinguished by their ability to build an environment where everyone is valued…