Comments on: Finding Real Leadership Power

By: Jon Couch

Jon Couch — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:41:58 +0000

Excellent post! Very thought provoking and challenging. Reminds me of John 13 and servant leadership. Keep up the good work Dan!

“He must increase, but I must decrease.” – John 3:30

Jon
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By: Paul Little

Paul Little — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:14:04 +0000

A great article. It reminded me of something that happened 25 years ago. When I was in the Air Force I made the mistake of addressing a superior officer by his first name in the company of other superior ranks. He spoke to me about it afterwards and said (something like) “I think I can command a little respect”. I pointed out that respect cannot be commanded only earned. As it happened I did respect him and told him so and aplogised for having embarrassed him. To his credit he did accept my position on that and went on to become a great senior officer, liked and respected by everyone.

I believe that to see the behaviour you want from others you first have to demonstrate and live those behaviours yourself.

By: erniepreneur

erniepreneur — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 03:33:25 +0000

Very good article i will apply the humble powerful leader mindset

By: Matt

Matt — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 12:36:47 +0000

Very interesting read – thank you!
I think it really is an eye opener in that we can sometimes do things that will come across as arrogant when really we either don’t realise it or that wasn’t our intention.
Will be keeping this nearby at work I think! Provides some much needed direction.
Thank you

By: Don Cummins (@don_cummins)

Don Cummins (@don_cummins) — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 12:29:02 +0000

Funny how my first thought was to think that this topic did not apply to me…my second thought was that it ALWAYS is applicable! Good stuff.

By: Priti Joshi

Priti Joshi — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 06:14:19 +0000

Humility in leadership, I believe, is an extension of a general attitude to all cohabitants on earth – everyone has value and something to contribute. You may disregard this, but at your peril. As a leader, do you have the right or indeed the luxury to judge someone to be of lesser value than yourself? You are, after all, entrusted with looking after a greater cause than just you.
It is interesting to note that those with Faith and belief in a bigger picture are automatically humble – they understand that they are only one cog in the whole machine and each cog has its own value and function.
Dan, I really enjoy reading your posts and what a wonderful service you provide to leaders! I have, many a time in my leadership journey, read your post and felt rejuvenated in the pursuit of the purpose behind my leadership. I thank you sincerely.

By: MrunalAsher

MrunalAsher — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 04:53:24 +0000

Dear Ajay,
Thanks for adding your comments. I am in agreement to what you have said. Effective leaders certainly need to refrain from habitual arrogance and those who can’t should be warned to bring in the desired improvement. There is a definite role of CEO and HR to ensure the healthy work environment at the work place. Otherwise, there will be a negative impact on staff productivity and/or high attrition rate.

By: wscochrane

wscochrane — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:22:44 +0000

Dan, the link between humility and confidence is a game-changer.

By: Eduardo

Eduardo — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:44:40 +0000

Ka-Pow!

By: Ajay Kumar Gupta

Ajay Kumar Gupta — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 21:37:36 +0000

Dear Dr. Asher,
I appreciate your concept of habitual vs situational arrogance. Habitual arrogance is dangerous phenomenon that create fear among the people. I feel this comes from incompetency of the leaders. So, creating space by creating fear is only way to protect position. This kind of practices should be dealt severely. This practices inhibits creativity, effort and encourage backstabbing. However, situational arrogance is a healthy symptom. People take it as a positive step. They also fear but this fear is positive in nature. This enhances creativity, effort and discourages backstabbing, rumor and sycophancy.