Jobs Quote by Max De Pree
“The leader is the servant who removes the obstacles that prevent people from doing their jobs.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Leadership Is an Art, 1987
A leader should serve by eliminating barriers that hinder employees' performance
In simple terms: Leaders help by removing obstacles for workers
Key Takeaway
Prioritize removing obstacles for your team
Themes
leadership
service
obstacle removal
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
leadership
When to use this quote
- project management
- team meetings
- process improvement
Key Concepts
servant leadership
organizational efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- What obstacles can you remove today?
- How does servant leadership affect morale?
A Different Perspective
Some obstacles are systemic and hard to eliminate
