The book in a line
A compelling case for prioritising your team’s welfare and leading from the back.
Sum up
I found this book really useful because Simon Sinek uncovers the impact of servant leadership and gives credence to why building trust with your team yields extraordinary results. I have used it as a guide for modern day leadership that has supported the idea of putting people first. Simon has a highly engaging style and illustrates the leadership principles with great anecdotes, making them accessible and highly relevant.
Heading 3: The really juicy bit
During my time in hospitality, I have recognised that the industry is so heavily centred around people, and this book could not be more relevant. It underpins the main principles of The Good Apple Effect as it provides clear evidence of why you have to create trust with your teams and highlights the dangers of a toxic environment where employees are treated as commodities.
Summary: James suggests you try this
Remember that everyone is someone else’s son or daughter. How would that reframe your decisions around managing people with this in mind?
