The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership | 
 enlarge | Author: James C. Hunter
Publisher: Crown Business
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  62 reviews
Sales Rank: 5883
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 187
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 5.7 x 0.9
ISBN: 0761513698
Dewey Decimal Number: 303.34
UPC: 086874513693
EAN: 9780761513698
ASIN: 0761513698
Publication Date: September 1, 1998
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Product Description
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.
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Outstanding August 1, 2008
These principles of Leadership are timeless and outstanding. It should be read and put into practice by everyone. This really is the True Essence of Leadership. I wish I could have read it years ago.
Good story on leadership July 3, 2008
"The Servant" is a good story bringing out keep attributes in the leaders of today.
Must Read June 4, 2008
This book was amazing. I couldn't put it down, I strongly recomend it to anyone wanting to grow as a leader.
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The Servant December 3, 2007
This book is such a simple and quick read, yet the meaning and impact can be dramatic. James C. Hunter is not on to anything new here, but the presentation of the topic is done in a very non-academic way, allowing the reader to enjoy the story.
The Servant has made a difference for me at work and at home.
The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership
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