The Way of the Shepherd: Seven Secrets to Managing Productive People

by Kevin Leman

One huge uncertainty that keeps people agitated are year-end reviews. You’ll go a long way toward making your pasture a safe place if you keep your people informed on their progress before review time.

rotate opportunities among the different members of your flock, Ted. That way they won’t feel a need to fight for them.”

Don’t dictate and demand; instead, advocate and recommend.

Boundaries aren’t bad things; they’re good things. Unless, of course, you confuse boundaries with bridles.”

Because no matter how great a shepherd you are or how hard you try, occasionally a sheep will stray from the flock.

More than anything, the Way of the Shepherd is a lifestyle of leadership that places great value on the worth of the flock.