Robert K. Greenleaf has been a powerful voice in the dialogue to reshape management and leadership policy. He developed his theory of servant leade...
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Jul 25, 2011
John
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Greenleaf can't seem to decide whether his recommendations, which are elusive at times and fragmented at best, are grounded in Christian ethic and truth or not. Some of his fundamental statements are certainly honorable but idealist and utopian in a fallen, sinful, and self-centered world. In some sense, it smelled of a culture reforming theology without the explicit biblical anchor. This is a man with a heavy heart and a strong moral compass that struggled to stay on point. The book provide
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Jul 11, 2009
Jeff
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Greenleaf sets forth the almost utopic vision of "servant leadership" as a sort of modified "people-first" mentality. The concepts themselves are great. The evidence that he provides is convincing. I also found it interesting that Greenleaf predicted some of the political situations in which we now find ourselves. Why is this interesting? He did it in the 1970s!
I do agree with many of Greenleaf's assertions about servant leadership. I do believe that one of a lead More...
I do agree with many of Greenleaf's assertions about servant leadership. I do believe that one of a lead More...
May 29, 2011
Glenn
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The author, regarded as the founder of servant-leadership, proposes that service ought to be the distinguishing characteristic of leadership, while creating stronger corporations and organizations. This book is a collection of essays and talks presented by Greenleaf as he attempts to apply servant-leadership to the fields of education, business, foundations, churches and government. This is an excellent book, made all the better by the outstanding foreword written by Stephen R. Covey.
Apr 06, 2009
Sterling
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His theory of servant leadership is still very applicable today. Unfortunately, some of his examples of application of this theory were dated and distracting. I would have enjoyed this read much more had Greenleaf focused on the message slightly more than the esoteric world of non-profit foundations, churches, and education of the 60's and 70's.
Jul 24, 2011
Stephen
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READ AUG 2009
Unique take on the nature of institutions in the modern world and the role the trustee has as servant-leader. Best quote, "The servant-leader is servant first...it begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first. Then conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead" (p. 27).
Unique take on the nature of institutions in the modern world and the role the trustee has as servant-leader. Best quote, "The servant-leader is servant first...it begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first. Then conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead" (p. 27).
Oct 30, 2010
Michael
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The seminal work on this subject. Greenleaf borrowed many of his ideas from "Journey to the East" by Herman Hesse. Required reading if you are a member of a board of directors or have any leadership role in the world of business.
Apr 12, 2011
Francine
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I've read this one at least 3 times; just dipped into it again recently. This is really approachable, wise philosophy. It's applicable to your life, personal, professional and spiritual.
Feb 22, 2009
Michelle
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An introduction to servant-leadership - since it's a collection of Greenleaf's essays it gets repetetive, but Greenleaf's message is inspiring and revolutionary nonetheless.
Dec 19, 2011
Kristy
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What a hard slog and not really all there. Much better books in the genre!
Mar 24, 2008
Elyssa
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This book is a series of writings and lectures about the concept of servant leadership. Some segments were very specific to servant leadership in churches, education, etc. I did not read this whole book, but did read the parts that applied to my development as a manager, which was most of the book. To that end, I was able to understand and embrace the principles of servant leadership and look forward to applying them in my job.
Jan 17, 2012
Nick
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Difficult to read and too long. Author made a point and then went on and on about it in a confusing manor until coming back to his original point.
Jul 23, 2008
Brian
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Required reading on my business ethics class...great insights into the nature and role of leadership
Dec 27, 2009
Veronica
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I started it, but it is tough to get through. I'll try again another time.
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