Two women sit at a table near me at lunch discussing work.  The conversation is too familiar:  somebody doesn’t understand somebody else; blocked communication abounds; work isn’t getting done because someone’s behavior is in the way.

It’s hard not to lean over and say to the women, “Take hope; it doesn’t have to be like that; a better way exists.”

Living and working as servant-leaders is indeed a better way.  A better way to interact with others, to express our thoughts, to listen to what others say, to work through conflicts in a healthy manner, to grow personally and foster others’ growth.  It is a way to develop healthier relationships and strengthen productivity, even as it increases the levels of peace, enjoyment – and fun – in our lives.

We invite you to check out the workshops offered by the Gabriel Center for Servant-Leadership that will help you enhance these skills and disciplines.  We invite you to discover a better way to interact with others at home, at work and at play.

As servant-leaders, we both share expertise with others and learn from others’ experiences.  In that spirit, we will be exploring ideas and thoughts with you on servant-leadership in our blog, but we invite you to look at the offerings as a way to launch conversations in which we hear from you as well.

For example, what thoughts are triggered by these questions?

How are you finding better ways to connect with the people in your life?

What are some challenging areas you’re experiencing in interacting with others?

Katie Elberfeld
Founder