Servant Leadership- The individual is a servant first, making the conscious decision to lead; his drive is to lead because he/she wants to serve better, not because he/she desires increased power. The objective is to enhance the growth of individuals in the organization and increase teamwork and personal involvement.
IntegrityMaintaining consistency between your words and actions Consistency and coherence among beliefs and actions Authentic interaction with others. A three stage process: 1) discerning what is right and wrong; 2) acting on what you have discerned, even at personal cost; and 3) saying openly that you are acting on your understanding of what is right and wrong. (Stephen Carter, Integrity, p.7) Openness and honesty over a long period of interaction A person of integrity has strong moral character and is trustworthy and honest. Others can rely on this leader to consistently do what is right. A person of integrity is genuine, trustworthy, and honest. The implication of the word is that the person is “integrated” and, therefore, consistent rather than two-faced or having hidden motives. A genuine servant leader has integrity and can be trusted to be consistent. A personal intrinsic sense of character. Honesty, virtue. One has a sense of wholeness of being. Relates to trustworthiness. Seeking increasing self-awareness and promoting others’ awareness. Knowing a code of ethics and values and taking them into account in decision-making.
RespectListening, understanding and acceptance Interacting with others with civility and honesty Listening, thoughtful consideration, collegial communication Respect is a behavior, an action, or an expression that regards another in a fashion that shows esteem, admiration, appreciation, and honor. Valuing other people and relating to them in a way that is consistent with the fact that they are of value. Listening deeply to others, seeking to hear both what is and is not said. Hearing and valuing the will of the group. Listening with intuition and conscience. Understanding and empathizing with others. Recognizing others’ special talents and circumstances. Assuming good intentions.
CommunityA shared common set of values, interests, beliefs. Usually living or sharing common ground. A community evokes a sense of collectivism. Life in association with others (an inclusive term) Shared norms and values in a diverse world Communication + Unity = Community Being in relationship with others through a shared desire to maintain relationship and, usually, through shared vision and values Strengthen the sense of community within and without one’s organization. Actions are guided by conscience that values, protects and contributes to community, state national and global culture.
CommunicationA fundamental component of social behavior that allows information to move throughout a community Clear roles and responsibilities established within a shared vision, values, mission, and planning framework Providing clear direction, substantial encouragement, and meaningful feedback Transmission and reception of information Sending and receiving information in an effective and respectful manner. Concise and to the point. Sending and receiving information in an effective and respectful manner Act in ways that promote health and healing in themselves and others. Appreciate each person’s inherent worth, talents, efforts and contributions, and express this appreciation. Strive to act in ways that are positive, caring and considerate
EthicsA set of values, beliefs, and mores that define a community and are usually shared by all members. The rules by which a community identifies itself. Developing an alignment between the values of the leader and the values of the organization A system of moral principles An internalized code for shaping human interactions Standards of conduct that are influenced by virtue, integrity, respect, community, and collaboration Leaders should rely on persuasion, not domination, intimidation, manipulation or coercion. Build consensus, seek cooperation, and value a democratic leadership style
InnovationTaking an already identified idea or concept and making something new and original. Looking a the world from another perspective. Going outside the imaginary boundaries of organizational convention A novel approach to an issue or challenge Discovering and creating new means of reaching goals Taking research-based best practices and adding imagination within an institutional context Exploring and implementing new strategies to reach intended goals Value experience, facts and intuition. Strive to understand lessons from the past, appreciate present realities, and strive to foresee possible consequences of decisions.
VisionThe ability to see the potential that does not exist yet. Having big ideas that do not always coincide with the norm of the time. Understanding the lessons from the past, the realities of the present, and the likely consequence of a decision for the future Capacity to anticipate an outcome and the means to achieve it A longer view shaped by data trends and the needs of people in the institution The future that one aspires to create or, more concretely, specific goals that one envisions and plans to actualize The future that one aspires to create or, more concretely, specific goals that one envisions and plans to actualize Leaders dare to “dream great dreams.’ Value the ability to think beyond day-to-day reality. Nurture others’ ability to work outside their usual frame of thinking Encourage creative ideas and innovation.
CollaborationWork with others for the common good of the group or community. Selflessness. Understanding that the sum of the parts is greater than any individual endeavor. Getting people to work together by creating cooperative goals and sustaining trusting relationships Combining resources from different entities (organizations) to address a commonly identified need toward a mutually acceptable outcome The seeking of mutually beneficial outcomes Partnering with others through information sharing, coordination, cooperation, and problem solving to reach individual and group goals Working as a team with mutual respect and interrelated goals in order to accomplish shared goals or objectives Believe all people have intrinsic value. Committed to fostering personal and professional growth of all people Encourage worker involvement, responsibility, expression of talents, and input on decision-making. Give credit when it’s due Appreciate effort and success, and help others grow in strength, awareness and maturity
StewardshipServing others as teachers and guides in order to prepare others to serve. Selfless leadership. For the good of the whole community. Holding something in trust for another Accepting responsibility for the care and nurture of the people and places around us Working for the betterment of the environment that sustains all of us Responsible for the well being of others Creative and ethical management of resources Feel a sense of responsibility and strive to promote society’s greater good. Value service to others, as well as to self Take ownership for the outcomes of their actions Have a sense of responsibility to the larger entities to which they belong, including their organizations, community, state, nation, and natural environment
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