Leadership is a People Business
No greater leader has walked the earth than Jesus. He took the time, wherever he was, to speak to people. The Bible doesn’t say Jesus was in a hurry and dreaded to speak to people!! He was interested in knowing them and he was genuine in his love for others.
I will never forget several years ago walking through one of our manufacturing plants. I use every minute of my day thinking, planning, etc. so I was in a daze somewhat. A man stopped me and said, “can I ask you a question?” He said, “you walk by me every day and I never see you smile.” That broke my heart. What a lost opportunity to connect with people!!!
In John C. Maxwell’s book The 360 Leader he advises to “walk slowly through the halls.” Be intentional, slow down, and speak to people.
Today as I walk the manufacturing floor I’m a much different person. I try and make eye contact, my eyes are smiling, and I speak to people wherever I go. I’m so thankful for the man that pointed out my shortfall. And I’m eternally grateful that I get to learn from the greatest book I’ve ever read: The Bible!
Love like Jesus! Slow down! Walk slowly! Leadership truly is a people business!
Happy Friday ladies!
Love, Heather
