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Jan 21, 2009
"The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant." --Max DePree
Are You a Servant Leader?
Servant leadership is one of the most talked about yet least critically examined leadership philosophies. While many people identify with this leadership approach, an equal number are cynical and question whether such expectations of leaders are realistic. The following article provides a fascinating introduction to the concept based on the work of Robert Greenleaf and Larry Spears, and illuminates the 11 characteristics that identify a servant leader. (PDF, 800KB)
BE THE CHANGE
Are you a servant leader? Explore the brief questionnaire in the above article.
