“If the feeling is right, you can never go wrong.”
This quote by the speaker Atty. Siegfred B. Mison struck me as he talked about his leadership experiences and learning to be a great leader from the examples of an eagle. Becoming a “Servant-Leader” is not an easy feat and it is a leadership style that is not for everyone.
Our speaker defined a servant leader as a leadership style in which the leader puts the needs and well-being of their followers first, and focuses on serving and empowering them. A servant leader is a person who "is servant first... It begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first."
The key characteristics of a servant leader must include:
Empathy: A servant leader can understand and empathize with their followers, and puts their needs and well-being first.
Humility: A servant leader is humble and does not seek personal glory or power, but rather focuses on serving others.
Vision: A servant leader has a clear vision of what they want to achieve, and communicates this vision to their followers in a way that inspires and motivates them.
Ethical behavior: A servant leader is guided by strong ethical principles, and leads by example.
Empowerment: A servant leader empowers their followers by giving them the autonomy and resources they need to achieve their goals.
Teamwork: A servant leader fosters a culture of teamwork and collaboration, and encourages their followers to work together to achieve shared goals.
Continuous learning: A servant leader is always learning and growing, and encourages their followers to do the same.
The servant leadership style is effective in creating a positive and productive work environment, where people are motivated, engaged, and committed to their work, and can also lead to better decision-making, improved communication, and more effective problem-solving capability of his subordinates.
As a young leader on the field, you have an important role to play in guiding and inspiring your team to achieve their goals. Being a servant leader is not about dominating others or forcing them to do things your way. It's about inspiring and empowering others to be their best selves and working together to achieve common goals. By leading as an example with humility, empathy, and a strong work ethic, we can be effective servant leaders on the field, and help our team achieve their full potential.
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