Indentured servant

An effective leader is a person with a passion for a cause that is larger than they are. Someone with a dream and a vision that will better society, or at least, some portion of it. Psalm 23 by King David, Utopia by Thomas More, and the Speech before the Spanish Armada Invasion” by Queen Elizabeth I all have leadership characteristics that they have shown and shared. According to Psalm 23, Utopia, and the “Speech before the Spanish Armada Invasion” an effective leader should lead their people in…

Developing unity is possibly the greatest challenge a commander has with multi-national operations. If a commander is successful in developing unity, unity can also be the greatest strength. In order for a multi-national commander to achieve success and develop unity, he needs to understand the different cultures within his organization, to develop a set of shared values, and show commitment in a shared cause. The first step to success in multi-national operations is cultural understanding.…

A leader is someone who uses their power for the good of others. They use leadership to show all of the leaders within a group. The entire freshmen class are leaders, some people just need their leadership to be brought out. A leader’s impact should not only remain when they are present, but it should last long after their absence. The word “leadership” should not be used as a title or adjective; the word “leadership” should be used as a constant action of helping others. The example set by a…

When people say the words “America is the land of the free and the home of the brave,” people think of opportunity but for themselves. When I hear these words, I think of the opportunity I have to give back to America. Sure America is the land of opportunity to get all what we want but we should never always just take, eventually we should give back to our nation. This is because it is our responsibility to keep this nation great for our future generations. Like I said, we all have…

Servant Leader There are multiple aspects that make up a great servant-leader. One who leads by example represents a servant-leader. The leader who physically gets involves with the action shows better leadership qualities. One who just yells out commands, but doesn’t take part in the action with its other members does not properly represent a servant-leader. There are many people that I know that are servant leaders, from an all-star basketball player to an everyday firefighter. These…

Understanding Servant Leadership and Followership To become more experienced in anything takes countless hours, effort, and sacrifices. Everyone starts somewhere, however most start from the bottom and slowly but surely rise to the top through dedication and work ethic. To be a servant leader you must fully understand what it means to be an effective follower by mastering enthusiasm, being proactive, versatile, as well as flexible. Although being an effective follower and a servant leader is…

As a Veteran myself I actually embody this type of leadership approach Servant Leadership is the “team” approach. I wouldn’t ask anyone of my subordinates to do anything I wouldn’t do myself, no matter what service or section we are in we all have the same mission and that’s to help fellow Veterans in need. I receive my care at the VA and I’ve served in six (6) services from Telephone Operator to Administrative Officer so I have a full 360 degree view and assessment from Veteran receiving…

A servant leader is a unique attribute that a select few obtain. That being said, servant leaders are needed at all levels within an organization. Regardless of one’s title or position the flow of power starts from the top and is dissipates down. When power is used properly then the support of those with power flows from the bottom back to the top. This process is completed with effective servant leaders at all levels. A servant leader is an individual that looks at the big picture and see what…

Although the three books, The Servant as Leader, The Servant, and Lead Like Jesus, all center around servant leadership, each author takes a different perspective on the meaning of being a servant leader. Robert Greenleaf addresses leadership from a straight-forward stance; saying that a good leader must be a servant-first by finding the will within themselves to put the needs of their group before their own. James Hunter discusses servant leadership through a story involving everyday people…

to just justify their own selfish needs and point the finger out another person when something goes wrong. There are many different types of leadership. There is the leadership where you are a servant leader versus the traditional leader who rules with an iron fist. Although it may be times where in servant leadership that you take upon yourself to be a little…