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Inspiring Servant Leadership In Kids

by Karin Hurt | Nov 14, 2013 | By Karin Hurt, Developing Leadership In Children | 0 comments

Simon says, following the leader, being line leader at school, many of the messages we share about leadership are simple: “I’ll tell you what to do, and you do it.” And if we’re feeling particularly cranky, “because mommy (or daddy) says...

What Makes Leaders Different?

by Karin Hurt | Oct 21, 2013 | Authenticity & Transparency, By Karin Hurt, Communication | 47 comments

Leaders don’t fail because of skills. Mark Miller, author of The Heart of Leadership, explains that most leadership failures are a matter of heart. I asked Mark for his advice for leaders working to grow other leaders: How do we help aspiring leaders to develop...

10,000 Human Beings

by Karin Hurt | May 2, 2013 | By Karin Hurt, Communication | 15 comments

Before you make your next leadership decision, stop and think: What’s the impact on the human beings in this scenario? Fred’s Story Fred (not his real name) has a beautiful habit. Every time we discuss a strategy, policy, or project, he stops and asks...

Jesus on Leadership: Leading By Example

by Karin Hurt | Dec 24, 2012 | Authenticity & Transparency, By Karin Hurt | 6 comments

One of my favorite leadership classics is Jesus CEO by Laurie Beth Jones. It’s an intriguing read on servant leadership. And so, as a Christmas Eve offering, I share some thoughts on Jesus as leader. Laurie Beth reminds us that in addition to everything else,...