Which Leadership Style Defines You?
Is the dominant leadership style in your organization leading to these outcomes?
· Decreased Employee Engagement
· Weak Organizational Commitment
· Poor Sales Performance
· Higher Turnover Rates
If so, it might be time to rethink your leadership approach. Leadership styles have a direct impact on organizational results, whether positive or negative.
So, which leadership style characterizes your approach? Is it command and control, bureaucratic, charismatic, autocratic, or servant? Each has distinct implications for the health of your organization and its people.
This summer, I spent a lot of time reflecting on and researching various leadership styles, with a particular focus on servant leadership.
The term "servant leadership" was coined by Robert K. Greenleaf, the founder of the modern servant leadership movement. According to Greenleaf, servant leaders are leaders who put other people’s needs, aspirations and interests above their own. As Greenleaf famously said, “Good leaders must first become good servants.”
The true test he said of a servant leader is whether those they serve grow as individuals. Do they become healthier, wiser, more autonomous, and more likely to serve others? Additionally, how does their leadership impact the least privileged in society—do they benefit, or at least, are they not further deprived?
Empirical evidence underscores the critical role of servant leadership in organizational success. By embracing servant leadership, leaders can foster an environment that not only drives high performance but also nurtures the growth and development of every team member, ultimately leading to a more engaged, productive, and resilient organization.
I’d love to hear your thoughts—how do you see servant leadership playing a role in your organization? Do you think it could make a difference in the challenges you're facing? Share your experiences and insights in the comments below!
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