Servant: A Simple Story about the True Essence of Leadership

by James C. Hunter

With a new introduction on using the principles of "The Servant" in your life and career.
In this absorbing tale, you watch the timeless principles of servant leadership unfold through the story of John Daily, a businessman whose outwardly successful life is spiraling out of control. He is failing miserably in each of his leadership roles as boss, husband, father, and coach. To get his life back on track, he reluctantly attends a weeklong leadership retreat at a remote Benedictine monastery.
To John's surprise, the monk leading the seminar is a former business executive and Wall Street legend. Taking John under his wing, the monk guides him to a realization that is simple yet profound: The true foundation of leadership is not power, but authority, which is built upon relationships, love, service, and sacrifice.
Along with John, you will learn that the principles in this book are neither new nor complex. They don't demand special talents; they are simply based on strengthening the bonds of respect, responsibility, and caring with the people around you. Perhaps this is why "The Servant" has touched readers from all walks of life--because its message can be applied by anyone, anywhere--at home or at work.
If you are tired of books that lecture instead of teach; if you are searching for ways to improve your leadership skills; if you want to understand the timeless virtues that lead to lasting and meaningful success, then this book is one you cannot afford to miss. "From the Hardcover edition."

Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

JAMES C. HUNTER é consultor-chefe da J. D. Associados, uma empresa de consultoria de relações de trabalho e treinamento. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência, Hunter é muito solicitado como instrutor e palestrante, principalmente nas áreas de liderança funcional e organização de grupos comunitários. Atualmente, ele mora em Michigan com a esposa e a filha.

Com os seus ensinamentos, tem criado uma nova cultura do que é verdadeiramente a Liderança. Com mais de 20 anos de experiência, Hunter é muito solicitado como palestrante, na área de Liderança. Seus clientes incluem algumas das mais admiradas empresas do mundo, como Nestlé, American Express, Procter&Gamble, entre outros.

Reviews

[Kelly · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book has been sitting on my "to-read" list for years after many recommendations, and given it's a quick book to read, I finally read it during an indoor bike ride today. It took just 30 minutes, and while it's more or less a very basic business parable, it was a worthy book to read.

[James M. Sims · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are ready to mature into a humble, selfless, gracious, kind, yet powerful leader, this is the book for you.