You’re out there every day trying to lead with heart — and let’s be honest: it’s exhausting.
You’ve embraced the idea of servant leadership, but you’re learning the hard way that it doesn’t mean being a doormat. It means being kind, caring, and humble while also remaining firm, fair, and decisive. Some days that balance feels impossible. Other days, it’s three steps forward and two steps back.
You have goals to hit, results to deliver, productivity to drive — yet you refuse to sacrifice people, damage relationships, or break the trust you’ve built. You’re determined to lead with integrity.
I know that struggle because I’ve lived it. And I see you navigating it right now.
I see the intentional way you approach your one-on-ones. They aren’t just another item on a soul-crushing to-do list. You keep notes. You invest real time. You genuinely seek to support your team’s growth. You offer clear feedback and make yourself available. Often, you choose the harder path — letting projects move a little slower or allowing mistakes because you’re creating space for learning.
I see the care and intentionality you bring to your team meetings, too. You plan with purpose. You aim for more than shared notes; you cultivate genuine buy-in. You value others’ feedback and create a culture where ideas are sharpened rather than egos being stroked.
So this week’s newsletter is simple: affirmation.
Consider it a chin-up, a fist bump, a high-five. Keep going. Don’t let the “two steps back” days convince you that you’re not making a difference.
Here’s the truth: when we stop pouring into people, the cycle of growth stops. We are only where we are today because someone once invested in us. By staying the course, you’re not just hitting quarterly goals — you’re building the next generation of leaders.
We see you, servant leader. Keep leading well.
