We know many styles of leadership like autocratic, situational, participative and many more. Among these, a new leadership style is emerging in the corporate world, which is inevitable in the business scenario of post globalization, and highly competitive with increasing expectations. The life and living style of Hanuman, most prominent character in the epic Ramayana, who is selfless, symbol of sacrifice and zero arrogance.
Hanuman, who has surrendered himself to his 'Boss' Lord Rama is always at the reach of His Master to obey his orders with all humility and commitment, from the moment he was introduced to Him. Hanuman was never competitive and always maintained low profile. But, when time comes, He was the first to jump into action, which is the quality of a result oriented action leadership. He helped his 'Boss' to find out his wife Sita, who was abducted by Ravan, the demon king. He was one of the most 'courageous followers' whose qualities were mentioned by Ira Chaleff in his award winning book 'The Courageous Follower: Standing Up To and For Our Leaders'. Hanuman is an ideal and courageous subordinate, who always ready to guide even his Boss when in need.
Corporate leaders are trying to emulate the qualities of servant leadership which are most prominently seen in successful Indian corporate leaders of post globalization such as Ratan Tata, N.R.Narayan Murthy, Azim Premji, Nandan Nilekani, whose expertise in running giant business houses compelled the government to use their services on different occasions, whenever there is a need of their services to serve the general public.
The eight habits of Servant Leaders
1. Patience - show self-control
2. Kindness - is an act of love
3. Humility - displaying an absence of pride
4. Respect - treating people like they are important
5. Selflessness - meeting the needs of others
6. Forgiveness - letting go
7. Honesty - being free from deception
8. Commitment - sticking to your choice
Legitimate leadership, influence, is built upon serving, sacrificing, and seeking the greatest good of those being led. Influence does not come because of a title or an army. Influence must be earned. There are no shortcuts.
Anytime we extend our-selves, sacrifice, and serve others, we build authority and thereby influence. If you get your people what they need, they will get you everything you need. Then leadership will be defined not by what we accomplish but by what we get accomplished through others. The servant-leader must constantly ask: How can I use myself to serve best?
Leadership requires selflessness. The will to serve and sacrifice for others, the willingness to set aside our wants and needs in seeking the greatest good for others - this is what it means to be selfless. This is what it means to be a leader. The road to servant leadership lies not in trying to fix or change others but in working on changing and improving ourselves. 'Everyone wants to change the world, but no one wants to change himself.'
Good management is the art of making problems so interesting and their solutions so constructive that everyone wants to get to work and deal with them. Servant leaders ask, 'how can I help you to do your job better.'
To conclude, if you wish to become a successful as a corporate leader, emulate the qualities of Hanuman with a perspective of global Indian corporate leaders.
The author is a Senior HR Professional, HR Consultant, Career Management Consultant, Soft Skills Trainer and Founder CEO of aimkaam consultrainers, Hyderabad. You may reach him at cramaphani@yahoo.com.
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