Learning how to lead and not increase someones power in order to serve others.

** What is Servant Leadership? ** 

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Servant Leadership emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and the ethical use of power.  At heart, the individual is a servant first, making the conscious decision to lead in order to better serve others, not to increase their own power.  The objective is to enhance the growth of individuals in the organization and increase teamwork and personal involvement. 

Robert Greenleaf is recognized as the father of servant leadership.  Greenleaf described servant leadership in this manner: 

The funny thing about mutual respect is that you can’t control it. Sure, you can control whether or not you exercise on a regular basis, whether you control your temper, or whether or not you express respect to others, but mutual respect implies that two or more persons have respect for each other, and as unfortunate as it may seem at times, you can never control when and where others decide to show you respect. So, perhaps the question should be: “How can I encourage mutual respect?”

Read the five tips below and learn what you can do to create an environment that is more conducive to manifestations of mutual respect.

People start counseling because they’re distressed. A large number stop after only one meeting. People stay in counseling because they feel understood. When you feel someone “really gets it,” a bridge is built that allows you to feel connected and supported.

The need to feel understood is universal. Have you ever been upset and turned to a friend to talk to? Whether your friend had been in the same situation or not, odds are you felt better once someone else appreciated your struggle. That’s the power of empathy—it can transform your mood; it can also transform your relationship.

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