The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership

by James C. Hunter

Overview

With an introduction on using the principles of The Servant in your life and career, this book redefines what it means to be a leader.

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. The Servant's 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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761513698
Publisher:	Crown Publishing Group
Publication date:	09/01/1998
Pages:	224
Sales rank:	60,886
Product dimensions:	8.86(w) x 5.76(h) x 0.78(d)

About the Author

James C. Hunter is principal consultant of J. D. Hunter Associates, a labor relations and training consulting firm located near Detroit. He is a sought-after public speaker and trainer primarily in the areas of servant leadership and community (team) building. He resides in Michigan with his wife and daughter.

Table of Contents

Contents
Acknowledgments
The Prologue
CHAPTER ONE
The Definitions
CHAPTER TWO
The Old Paradigm
CHAPTER THREE
The Model
CHAPTER FOUR
The Verb
CHAPTER FIVE
The Environment
CHAPTER SIX
The Choice
CHAPTER SEVEN
The Payoff
The Epilogue