Do I make time to truly know my team?

Focus on relationships, not just results.

“Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence.” – Sheryl Sandberg

Context and Insight

Many leaders assume knowing roles is enough. Servant leaders seek to understand people’s hopes, challenges, and motivations.

Why This Matters for Servant Leadership

When people feel seen and valued, engagement rises, trust deepens, and performance improves.

Personal Application

  • Ask a personal question during your next meeting.
  • Schedule a relationship-focused 1:1.
  • Write down something meaningful about each team member.

Invitation

Spend 10 minutes today connecting with one team member personally.

  • Connection
  • Team Engagement
  • Servant Leadership

For more questions like this, explore  The Reflective Leader.