Ben Shorter on Servant Leadership: Transforming Recruitment with Empathy
I hope that we, because of the fact the world's gone remote... that servant leadership will just become the norm, where leaders will lead people to where they want to achieve. So, oh my gosh, what an amazingly inspiring place.
Ever wondered how leadership styles can impact a recruitment team’s success? In this episode of The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast, host Lysha Holmes sits down with Ben Shorter, Director of Ex-Mil Recruitment and host of The Millennial Recruiter Podcast, to unpack the concept of servant leadership. Ben, who has a knack for helping people grow, shares his insights on how this leadership style can revolutionize the workplace.
Servant leadership flips the traditional hierarchy on its head, placing the leader at the service of their team. Ben and Lysha discuss what this looks like in practice, from empowering team members to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued. They don’t shy away from the potential challenges either, giving you a balanced view of the pros and cons.
If you’re stepping into a leadership role or just curious about different management styles, Ben offers practical advice on how to adopt a servant leadership approach. He emphasizes the importance of guiding your team towards their goals and creating internal career paths to keep them engaged and motivated. This episode isn’t just for those in recruitment; it’s for anyone interested in effective leadership and personal growth.
Tune in to hear how servant leadership can make a meaningful difference in your professional journey.