Summary of James C. Hunter's The Servant

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Get the Summary of James C. Hunter's The Servant in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Original book introduction: In this absorbing tale, you watch the timeless principles of servant leadership unfold through the story of John Daily, a businessman whose outwardly successful life is spiraling out of control. He is failing miserably in each of his leadership roles as boss, husband, father, and coach. To get his life back on track, he reluctantly attends a weeklong leadership retreat at a remote Benedictine monastery.

To John's surprise, the monk leading the seminar is a former business executive and Wall Street legend. Taking John under his wing, the monk guides him to a realization that is simple yet profound: The true foundation of leadership is not power, but authority, which is built upon relationships, love, service, and sacrifice.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: Dec 3, 2021
• ISBN: 9781669340713

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Insights on James C. Hunter's The Servant

Contents

Insights from Chapter 1

Insights from Chapter 2

Insights from Chapter 3

Insights from Chapter 4

Insights from Chapter 5

Insights from Chapter 6

Insights from Chapter 7

Insights from Chapter 1

#1

The author was invited to stay for the 5:30 a. m. service at the monastery, where he was introduced to the monks’ way of worship.

#2

Len Hoffman was a highly decorated officer who served in World War II. He went on to become one of the most successful businessmen in America, taking over several companies that were on the brink of bankruptcy and turning them into successful enterprises.

#3