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Everyday Leaders, Leadership, Servant Leadership

EVERYDAY LEADERS: SERVANTHOOD

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Leadership is about being a servant first.” – Allen West

This year I am focusing on everyday leaders. Not those who hold a formal position of authority, but those of us who, through our behaviors, have the ability to influence and inspire those around us just by being us. This is the tenth installment of articles that focus on one specific behavior that can make a huge difference in our ability to impact the lives of others.

This month I want to talk about servanthood. What does servanthood have to do with being an everyday leader? The true designation of ‘leader’ is given to those who serve others. Everyday leaders serve those they work with, those on their teams, and those in their communities on a daily basis. They are the ‘helpers’ who everyone know they can depend on and trust. So, what does servanthood look like in everyday leadership?

Support:

Everyday leaders are known for the support they offer to others. Whether you need a shoulder to lean on or someone to have your back, you can count on an everyday leader. They are in your corner cheering you on. This support allows the everyday leader to have a positive influence on those who they work with.

Respect:

Lack of respect in the workplace is one of the greatest contributors to poor morale and decreased loyalty. When formal management fails to recognize and respect the valuable contributions of their employees, everyday leaders are there to pick up the slack. Everyday leaders know that respect is currency when it comes to working together to achieve shared goals. This wisdom allows everyday leaders to inspire those they work with.

Encouragement:

Everyone accomplishes more when they have a little encouragement. Everyday leaders show confidence in the abilities of others and encourage them to develop confidence in themselves. This encouragement earns everyday leaders the loyalty that formal leaders often lack.

Everyday leaders make an impact by serving others. They are able to influence others because of the support they offer. The respect they demonstrate toward everyone they work with gives them the ability to inspire others. They earn loyalty because of the encouragement they offer. Everyday leaders see the value in serving others and are willing to step into the servanthood void often ignored by those holding formal positions of authority.

How can you start being a servant today?

 

© 2018 Liz Stincelli

 

I am passionate about recognizing and inspiring the leader in each of us. I am the Founder of Stincelli Advisors where I focus on helping organizations change attitudes, change communication dynamics, improve collaboration and problem-solving, engage employees, and strengthen organizational culture. I am the author of “Overcoming Barriers in Your Leadership”. I am a Training Partner with StephenK Leadership. I hold a Doctor of Management degree with an emphasis on organizational leadership.

Learn more about me by visiting my website, stincelliadvisors.com and connect with me on Twitter @infinitestin, Google+, and LinkedIn. You can contact me by email at stincelliadvisors@gmail.com.

 

Everyday Leaders, Leadership, Respect

EVERYDAY LEADERS: RESPECT

Group of Diverse People’s Hands Holding Word Respect

“I believe that working with good people matters because then the work environment is good. If there is a sense of respect and belief among the people you work with, that is when good work is done.” –Ranbir Kapoor

This year I am focusing on everyday leaders. Not those who hold a formal position of authority, but those of us who, through our behaviors, have the ability to influence and inspire those around us just by being us. This is the ninth installment of articles that focus on one specific behavior that can make a huge difference in our ability to impact the lives of others.

This month I want to talk about respect. What does respect have to do with being an everyday leader? Everyone wants to feel respected. Everyday leaders know how to show respect for the positive contributions and unique skills of everyone they work with. By showing respect, everyday leaders earn loyalty and trust. So, what does respect look like in everyday leadership?

Trust:

We tend to trust those who show us respect. Everyday leaders are trusted by those they work with because they know how to make others feel respected. It is through this trust that everyday leaders are able to positively influence those around them; it is this influence that makes you an everyday leader.

Loyalty:

We feel a sense of loyalty to those who treat us with respect. Loyalty plays a big role in the ability of everyday leaders to have an impact in their organizations, on their teams, and in their communities. When you treat others with respect, you earn their loyalty and you become an everyday leader.

Environment:

When you believe in each other and treat each other with respect, you create a healthy work environment. Everyday leaders know the value of working in a positive environment, they know how to treat others with respect, and they encourage respectful behavior from others. The ability to create a great work environment makes you an everyday leader.

Everyday leaders gain trust by showing respect to others. They earn loyalty because of the respectful way they treat others. In addition, they create healthy work environments by encouraging everyone to treat each other with respect. Through the respect they have for everyone they work with, everyday leaders are able to influence those around them.

How can you start showing respect today?

 

© 2018 Liz Stincelli

 

I am passionate about recognizing and inspiring the leader in each of us. I am the Founder of Stincelli Advisors where I focus on helping organizations change attitudes, change communication dynamics, improve collaboration and problem-solving, engage employees, and strengthen organizational culture. I am the author of “Overcoming Barriers in Your Leadership”. I am a Training Partner with StephenK Leadership. I hold a Doctor of Management degree with an emphasis on organizational leadership.

Learn more about me by visiting my website, stincelliadvisors.com and connect with me on Twitter @infinitestin, Google+, and LinkedIn. You can contact me by email at stincelliadvisors@gmail.com.