Remembering to share the load is a form of self-care
Liz Taylor makes some great points in the brief video about how the practice of Servant Leadership when she realizes she does not need to do everything herself. “If my team is really happy and they feel like they are supported, suddenly things are less stressful for me because we’re all sharing the load, and everyone feels like they are a part of it.”
WISL (Wisconsin Servant Leadership) would like to suggest an article published by CCL with more information on this topic.
Here are Five Key Points from the article:
“How to Make Servant Leadership More Sustainable? Balance Self & Others”
Center for Creative Leadership article by Brook Wingate and Michelle Schneider, April 6, 2024
- Reimagining Servant Leadership: The article suggests reversing the traditional servant leadership model by starting with self-care. This approach helps leaders serve their teams more effectively by ensuring their own needs are met first.
- Common Pitfalls: Traditional servant leadership can lead to burnout, lower productivity, and follower dependency when leaders neglect their own needs in favor of others.
- Self-Reflection: Leaders should regularly reflect on their values, experiences, and skills to cultivate personal growth and set an example for their teams.
- Self-Awareness: Increasing self-awareness through feedback helps leaders understand their impact on others and fosters a more effective servant leadership model.
- Self-Care and Resilience: Practicing self-care and building resilience are essential for sustainable leadership. Leaders should incorporate small, enjoyable activities into their daily routines to recharge and prevent burnout.
Summary created with the assistance of Microsoft CoPilot December 6, 2024