Get ready to provoke your team, spark real dialogue, and prove that metrics and mercy aren’t mortal enemies. Why KPI Tyranny Fails and Servant Leadership Wins Most KPI processes feel like corporate boot camps: silent rows of red and green boxes, managers barking at numbers, employees clocking in only to appease dashboards. That approach kills…
Author: Mark Kern
Servant Leadership: A Blueprint for New Managers
A new managerial role often feels like standing at a crossroads: one path leads to traditional authority, the other to empowering those you serve. Servant leadership isn’t just a theory—it’s a radical shift that flips the command-and-control model on its head. For managers eager to build trust, drive engagement, and cultivate lasting impact, embracing service…
Your Growth Matters More Than Ever
Leadership isn’t a role you inherit—it’s a practice you cultivate every single day. For new managers, the shift from individual contributor to team leader is exhilarating and overwhelming. Your growth as a person will determine how effectively you guide others. Why Traditional Onboarding Falls Short Onboarding checklists focus on tools, processes, and policies. They rarely…
Faith-Informed Leadership Today: Don Bosco’s Preventive System Reimagined for Modern Leaders
St. John Bosco, the 19th-century priest and educator, didn’t just shape young lives—he pioneered a framework of leadership rooted in presence, purpose, and trust. His Preventive System—anchored in Reason, Religion, and Kindness—offers timeless wisdom for leaders seeking to guide others with conviction and compassion. As we face increasingly complex leadership landscapes, Bosco’s principles resonate more…