The Big Idea
To lead, you must serve.

This age-old paradox is the solid premise of the book “The Servant” by James C. Hunter. It is discussed through the tale of John Daily, a business executive who starts to lose his grip as boss, husband, father, and coach. He was talked into going on a week-long retreat at a Benedictine Monastery to re-center and find his balance. During the retreat, a former Wall Street legend turned monk shows him a different perspective on leadership - servant leadership.

By citing words of wisdom from philosophers and writers, even borrowing from the teachings of Jesus Christ, Hunter explains that the principle behind effective leadership is based on the interplay of responsibility, respect, and care. Ultimately, leadership is about character and substance.

About the Author
James Hunter - James C. Hunter is head of J. D. Hunter Associates, LLC, a leadership training and d e v e l o p m e n t f i r m . H i s internationally bestselling book, The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership, has been translated into nine languages and has sold more than 250,000 copies to date. Jim is a sought-after public speaker whose clients include some of the worlds most a d m i r e d o r g a n i z a t i o n s , including American Express, Nest, ServiceMaster, Procter & Gamble, Southern Company, and the U.S. Air Force. Jim resides in Michigan with his wife and daughter.