Servant Leadership - Week of Nov. 30

Management Moment
By Doug Dickerson



Power Point: Rather than trying to figure out what everybody can do for you, start looking for things that you can do for somebody else.
-Joel Osteen


Power Thought: In management it’s all too common to ask others to do something for us. When was the last time you asked to do something for a colleague? Respect is built in your organization when you are not afraid to give instead of receive. A leader with a servant’s heart is one who is secure in herself. That’s the kind of leadership that will inspire your organization to great things.
-Doug Dickerson


Power Surge: A great man is always willing to be little.
-Ralph Waldo Emerson

Take care of the individual - Week of Nov. 23

Management Moment
By Doug Dickerson


Power Point: The bigger we get the smaller we have to think. Customers still walk in one at a time.
-Sam Walton


Power Thought: In today’s marketplace, too often the bottom line is viewed with the masses in mind. But it’s through individual service and attention that we draw the customers and clients back. When you methodically take care of the individual you will take care of the masses. Your bottom line is reflective of how you treat the individual.
-Doug Dickerson


Power Surge: If a leader demonstrates competency, genuine concern for others, and admirable character, people will follow.
-T. Richard Chase

Leading through meekness - Week of Nov. 16

Management Moment
By Doug Dickerson


Power Point: Quit trying to be humble. You’re not that great.
- Golda Meir


Power Thought: One of the finer qualities of a leader is that of humility. You know the person I’m talking about. She goes above and beyond what’s asked or required, is devoted, loyal and trustworthy. This person prefers to be in the background rather than in the limelight. She may not have the title of boss or chief executive, but has the qualities you wish the title-bearer did. Humility is not weakness, it’s strength demonstrated, not a position flaunted.
-Doug Dickerson


Power Surge: It’s too bad the meek haven’t already inherited the earth, because the unmeek are making a real mess of it.
-Anonymous

Keep a Peaceful Heart - Week of Nov. 9

Management Moment
By Doug Dickerson


Power Point: You can have peace in the midst of your storms if you’ll simply learn to choose the right thoughts.
-Joel Osteen


Power Thought: Times of storming come in our organizations. Stressful times affect all of us. Choosing how we will react and respond is tied to the thoughts we have in our heart. Even in the midst of chaos all around you, be the anchor that others look to. Peace in your heart will help you when there is no peace in your office.
- Doug Dickerson


Power Surge: First keep the peace within yourself, then you can also bring peace to others.
- Thomas a Kempis

Success is closer than you think - Week of Nov. 2

Management Moment
By Doug Dickerson


Power Point: A leader is the one who climbs the tallest tree, surveys the entire situation, and yells, “Wrong jungle!”
-Stephen Covey


Power Thought: How many times have you climbed up the ladder to what you thought was success only to discover you were leaning against the wrong wall? In challenging times when you appear to be off- course, your leadership is critical. Thomas Jefferson once said, “Nothing gives one person so much advantage over another as to remain always cool and unruffled under all circumstances.” Success is closer than you think; don’t panic.
-Doug Dickerson


Power Surge: A man must be smart enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them.
- Anonymous