To lead, you must first be willing to serve.
For the past few years, I have attempted to effectively narrate my fundamental beliefs in leadership and emotional intelligence, and more importantly, understand how they relate to each other. Servitude, leadership and emotions are often considered to be diametrically opposite. But I believe that they are deeply interconnected and interdependent.
“Be intentional in your effort to put others above self for your organization’s greater good.”
— BJ Singh
Recent Posts
Creating a More Inclusive & Supportive Environment
Serving your teams in a diverse and inclusive context involves a leadership style that emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and the well-being of all team members, regardless of their background or differences. Here are some critical considerations for ensuring a diverse and inclusive environment for those you serve.
Combatting Cognitive Slumber
Identifying and recognizing Cognitive Slumber’s causes and implementing strategies to combat it can lead to enhanced mental clarity, improved problem-solving skills, and a greater capacity for personal growth. These tips and techniques can awaken us from Cognitive Slumber and embrace a more vibrant, agile, and productive mental state.
Leading with Empathy
At our recent senior leadership meeting, I was not only struck by how passionate every leader was about their business but how, in large, geographically dispersed organizations, we can easily overlook their perspective and the value they bring to the organization.
Consistency - A Crucial Deserving Leadership Trait
While peaks and valleys are inherent in any business, it is especially true for the typically seasonal AV industry, only compounded by post-pandemic challenges. It is natural for any leader to try varying styles and tactics - commonly referred to as situational leadership. A true DeServing leader must recognize situational leadership as a poor excuse for inconsistency and unpredictability. Inconsistent leadership can spell death for any team.
Learning to Fail Forward
In this world of relentless pursuit of success, there is often a negative connotation toward failure.
Practice deServing Leadership Without Burnout
When you fail to set boundaries and take this effort too far, neglecting to replenish these energies, it’s easy to experience burnout.
To Empower is to Serve
I have spoken in my previous blogs about helping those we serve to achieve their greatest potential. This can only begin to happen if we empower them.
Serving Through Effective Communication
There is no better way to serve your teams than to communicate with them effectively.
How to Identify Future deServing Leaders
I recently announced a new leadership mentoring program at our firm, Entertainment Technology Partners.
Why deServing Leaders Must Consistently Create Luck
I recently accepted the position of President of our parent company Entertainment Technology Partners.
Purpose-Driven deServing Leadership
Mark Twain rightfully said, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.”
Getting Started with deServing Leadership
I am often requested to summarize the most relevant traits that can help managers exemplify deServing Leadership.
deServing Leadership in a Virtual World
I have had to give much thought recently about leading virtual teams consistent with deServing Leadership principles.
Leading Organizational Change as a deServing Leader
At EVENTEQ, I have always tried to reinforce the idea that change is the only constant.
With Gratitude
I have written in previous blogs about the critical role that gratitude plays in deServing Leadership.
Innovating During a Crisis
A few weeks ago, I launched a companywide bottoms-up innovation initiative at EVENTEQ.
Managing Grief as a deServing Leader
Grief is usually not considered relevant in the professional workplace. But the COVID-19 pandemic has caused several kinds of grief.
deServing Leadership During Challenging Times
As we start to analyze and plan for the impact of Coronavirus on our business, I have been thinking a lot about deServing Leadership during hard times.