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Put Servant Leadership into Practice

Lead Change Blog

I can’t count how many times I’ve heard business leaders, community leaders, experts, etc., talk on and on about servant leadership. It’s fascinating that we all talk about how much we value servant leaders, we want to be led by servant leaders, and strive to become one.

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Servant Leaders Outperform Because They Connect

Michael Lee Stallard

Here’s an example of a servant leader that brings the force of connection to life. He told people to dig into the data and don’t be afraid of “constructive friction” as they discuss differing points of view. CNO Admiral Vern Clark’s leadership of the U.S. Navy from 2000 until 2005. Posting your comment.

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Mentor Magic: 18 Secrets to Unlocking a Powerful Partnership

Modern Servant Leader

Understanding how you both think and act in different situations will help you construct and receive feedback for maximum impact. Some organizations specialize in leadership development and mentoring programs. The post Mentor Magic: 18 Secrets to Unlocking a Powerful Partnership appeared first on Modern Servant Leader.

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Leadership Lessons in Southwest Airline’s Fall From Grace

Modern Servant Leader

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. So what went wrong and what can leaders learn from the example?

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Leadership Lessons in Southwest Airline’s Fall From Grace

Modern Servant Leader

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. So what went wrong and what can leaders learn from the example?

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How to Give Constructive Criticism: 10 Tips for Successful Coaching

Modern Servant Leader

So if you want to help others succeed, here are 10 tips to deliver constructive criticism that help us win, together. Before offering your constructive criticism, make sure you understand where the person is coming from. When providing constructive criticism to a person’s boss, it is typically received as an escalation.

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How to Be a Good Dictator (or Not)

Nathan Magnuson

And if you prefer a more serving style of leadership , note the contrasts. For servant leaders: Caution against emotional reactions to crises and emphasize the need for qualified leaders with thoughtful solutions. For servant leaders: Over-communicate what is most important, including goals and plans regarding direction.