With an introduction on using the principles of The Servant in your life and career, this book redefines what it means to be a leader. In this absorbing tale, you watch the timeless principles of servant leadership unfold through the story of John Daily, a businessman whose outwardly successful life is spiraling out of control. He is failing miserably in each of his leadership roles as boss, husband, father, and coach. To get his life back on track, he reluctantly attends a weeklong leadership retreat at a remote Benedictine monastery. To John's surprise, the monk leading the seminar is a former business executive and Wall Street legend. Taking John under his wing, the monk guides him to a realization that is simple yet profound: The true foundation of leadership is not power, but authority, which is built upon relationships, love, service, and sacrifice. Along with John, you will learn that the principles in this book are neither new nor complex. They don't demand special talents; they are simply based on strengthening the bonds of respect, responsibility, and caring with the people around you. The Servant's message can be applied by anyone, anywhere—at home or at work. If you are tired of books that lecture instead of teach; if you are searching for ways to improve your leadership skills; if you want to understand the timeless virtues that lead to lasting and meaningful success, then this book is one you cannot afford to miss.

The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership

Business & Money

Hunter, James C.

Management & Leadership

Crown Currency

To lead is not to be “the boss,” the “head honcho,” or “the brass.” To lead is to serve. Although serving may imply weakness to some, conjuring up a picture of the CEO waiting on the workforce hand and foot, servant leadership is actually a robust, revolutionary idea that can have significant impact on an organization’s performance. Jim Hunter champions this hard/soft approach to leadership, which turns bosses and managers into coaches and mentors. By “hard,” Hunter means that servant leaders can be hard-nosed, even autocratic, when it comes to the basics of running the business: determining the mission (where the company is headed) and values (what the rules are that govern the journey) and setting standards and accountability. Servant leaders don’t commission a poll or take a vote when it comes to these critical fundamentals. After all, that’s what a leader’s job is, and people look to the leader to set the course and establish standards. But once that direction is provided, servant leaders turn the organizational structure upside down. They focus on giving employees everything they need to win, be it resources, time, guidance, or inspiration. Servant leaders know that providing for people and engaging hearts and minds foster a workforce that understands the benefits of striving for the greater good. The emphasis is on building authority, not power; on exerting influence, not intimidation. While many believe that servant leadership is a wonderful, inspiring idea, what’s been missing is the how-to, the specifics of implementation. Jim Hunter shows how to do the right thing for the people you lead. A servant leader or a self-serving leader: Which one are you? With Jim Hunter’s guidance, everyone has the potential to develop into a leader with character who leads with authority.

The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle: How to Become a Servant Leader

Crown Business

To lead is not to be "the boss," the "head honcho," or "the brass." To lead is to serve. Although serving may imply weakness to some, conjuring up a picture of the CEO waiting on the workforce hand and foot, servant leadership is actually a robust, revolutionary idea that can have significant impact on an organization's performance. Jim Hunter champions this hard/soft approach to leadership, which turns bosses and managers into coaches and mentors. By "hard," Hunter means that servant leaders can be hard-nosed, even autocratic, when it comes to the basics of running the business: determining the mission (where the company is headed) and values (what the rules are that govern the journey) and setting standards and accountability. Servant leaders don't commission a poll or take a vote when it comes to these critical fundamentals. After all, that's what a leader's job is, and people look to the leader to set the course and establish standards. But once that direction is provided, servant leaders turn the organizational structure upside down. They focus on giving employees everything they need to win, be it resources, time, guidance, or inspiration. Servant leaders know that providing for people and engaging hearts and minds foster a workforce that understands the benefits of striving for the greater good. The emphasis is on building authority, not power; on exerting influence, not intimidation. While many believe that servant leadership is a wonderful, inspiring idea, what's been missing is the how-to, the specifics of implementation. Jim Hunter shows how to do the right thing for the people you lead. A servant leader or a self-serving leader: Which one are you? With Jim Hunter's guidance, everyone has the potential to develop into a leader with character who leads with authority.

WaterBrook Press

In The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle, Hunter demonstrates that leadership and character development are one and the same. But the work, even the pain, of changing one's self - breaking old, worn-out habits - is difficult. Hunter provides an uncomplicated, straightforward, three-step change process he has seen successfully employed by literally thousands of leaders to effect change in their lives and organizations and fulfill beneficial goals. This groundbreaking book will open the eyes of frustrated, disheartened leaders at every level and foster change for good at the personal, organizational, and societal level.

WaterBrook

Over a third of Fortune magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work for" adhere to a principle called "Servant Leadership." James C. Hunter's runaway best seller The Servant (Crown Business, 1998) introduced millions of readers around the world to this philosophy of leading through courage, compassion, and character. Now with The Servant Leadership Training Course, this acclaimed author teaches listeners immediate, practical techniques for applying the revolutionary principles of servant leadership to their working lives. Drawing from the sold-out seminars he has presented all over the world, Hunter teaches listeners about: -- The role of character: how right action builds inner strength and inspires others to grow; -- How major corporations have turned servant leadership into increased morale, productivity, and profit, and what it means for your business; -- Learning to use influence instead of intimidation to achieve your goals, and much more.

The Servant Leadership Training Course: Achieving Success Through Character, Bravery & Influence

Religion & Spirituality

SOUNDS TRUE.

Le serviteur - Une histoire toute simple au sujet de la véritable essence du leadership

Parenting & Relationships

Trésor caché

Paperback. Pub Date: 2010 Pages: 240 Language: Traditional Chinese Publisher: Business Weekly Publishing John. Daly seemingly executives of a successful career. but is facing a test of their own leadership skills. Regardless of the boss. husband. father. or coach to play different life roles. in public and in private. actually just end up the dereliction evaluation! In order to explore the problem. to regain its former glory. John has no choice but to go to a secluded monastery. to participate in a week-long leadership course. Surprisingly. the monks actually responsible for the course was shook Wall Street FY tycoon! In earnest under the guidance of the lecturer. he suddenly realize the basic theory is both simple and far-reaching: the foundation is not in the powers of the leadership in the authorization; leadership in interpersonal relationships. caring service and dedica...

The Servant: A Simple Story about the True Essence of Leadership (Chinese Edition)

Business Weekly Publishing

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The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership

The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle: How to Become a Servant Leader

The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle: How to Become a Servant Leader

The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle: How to Become a Servant Leader

The World's Most Powerful Leadership Principle: How to Become a Servant Leader

The Servant Leadership Training Course: Achieving Success Through Character, Bravery & Influence

Le serviteur - Une histoire toute simple au sujet de la véritable essence du leadership

The Servant: A Simple Story about the True Essence of Leadership (Chinese Edition)