Control is an illusion — and the leaders who chase it are holding their teams back. Workplace culture expert Jessica Kriegel explores the tactic that leaders who want to achieve extraordinary results
"People don't change because you implemented new processes." Such a vital reminder when leading digital transformation, we have to shift beliefs, not just workflows. Adaptive cultures always win!
This video offers a profound shift in perspective, moving from the exhausting grip of control to the liberating power of surrender. It is deeply moving to realize that true leadership isn't about forcing outcomes, but about courageously shaping experiences that inspire others to choose their own path.
Here's the reality. Any company functions from the bottom up. Every company. Leadership is a position of servitude. It's not surrender. It's servitude. You choose to be in service of others. That's leadership. That's true leadership. What can I do to help you? How can I make your day better? What roadblocks in your way can I remove? This is leadership. The CEO of a company is a servant of everyone and should act so.
If I were to summarise this it would be to be genuinely there for and with those around you.
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