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The World's 10 Top CEO's (They Lead in a Totally Unique Way)A leadership philosophy that's been around for centuries is practiced only by a few wildly successful global leaders.
Brittany Merrill Underwood, founder and CEO of A kola Jewelry.
Brittany Merrill Underwood, founder and CEO of A kola Jewelry.
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Over the last three decades, servant leadership has risen from a noble and ethical leadership ideology stuck in religious worldviews to the very principles of how the most successful companies on the planet operate and profit.
Yet, if you're not sufficiently informed of its modern day behaviors and practices as espoused by leading authors, thought-leaders, and scholars, a false perception may lead you astray. Typically, what you think servant leadership is...is usually the opposite of what it truly is.
Take a cue from the world's top brands. They have grasped the immense power that is generated from putting people (employees) ahead of profits through shared values like authenticity, entrepreneurship, freedom and ownership, community, and collaboration. And servant leaders, naturally, have leveraged this emotional currency as the only sustainable model for the future of work.
It is clear that these wildly successful companies--some of which are regularly featured in Fortune magazine's annual "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for having high trust, high employee engagement, and low turnover--are guided by visionary leaders who walk the talk of servant leadership.
The Chosen 10
As I researched the most relevant CEO's to compile into a Top 10 servant leadership list, my biggest challenge was narrowing it down to just 10! Truth is, they are all relevant; they've all made a positive impact on business, society, and the future of work.
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