Redefine Your Servant Leadership with Jon Kidwell

How do you lead and serve at the same time?Author Jon Kidwell discusses his definition of a true servant leader, focusing on three key attributes: character, relationships, and skills. Jon debunks nine myths about leadership, contrasting ideas such as mission over people-pleasing, embracing tension, and choosing 'and' over 'or'. Emily and Jon also emphasize defining missions in personal and professional life and the importance of embracing both positive and negative experiences. Listen in to hear Jon's take on the necessary shift from being a people pleaser to mission-driven, from niceness to kindness with truth, and from avoiding to sharing power. They end with how to amplify your impact, asking the question, "What would it look like if you went ALL IN?"Links Mentioned:Jon Kidwell's Book: Redefine Your Servant LeadershipJon Kidwell's WebsiteFree Resources:Strategic Planning Checklist Chief of Staff Skills Assessment ChecklistA Day in the Life of a Chief of StaffChief of Staff ToolkitGet in touch with Emily:Connect on LinkedInFollow on YouTubeLearn more about coaching Sign up for the newsletterClarity Call with Emily Who Am I?If we haven’t met before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.  Time Stamps:00:45 Introducing John Kidwell: A Journey into Servant Leadership00:59 Unpacking the Essence of Servant Leadership with John Kidwell05:46 Defining Mission-Driven Leadership14:42 The Power of Productive Tension in Leadership20:42 Exploring the Essence of Servant Leadership22:16 The Power of Constructive Feedback23:06 Navigating Leadership Challenges with Transparency26:51 Embracing Generosity and Humanity in Leadership31:16 Empowering Others Through Responsible Leadership35:02 Going All In: The Ultimate Leadership Commitment39:05 Closing Thoughts and Resources