The writings of Robert Greenleaf on Servant-Leadership provide one excellent resource. We were fortunate to work closely with Bob Greenleaf during the last seven years of his life and study his beliefs about how to empower or bring out the best in people. They both put investment in People at the top of their list and believe mutual trust is key to their success. Both companies model Servant-Leadership and strongly advocate growing and empowering people as a key to growing profits. The belief that there is enough for all to thrive.
Emphasis is on long-term development of self and others.
The only true path out of crisis management is to constantly make time now to invest in the future. Strength through difference and diversity are highly valued. Dialogue replaces debate as a communication, problem-solving process. Deep reflective listening is the norm. Big picture information is shared widely and frequently.