THE STRENGTH OF SOFTNESS
Why compassionate leadership in the new standard by Jayne Nalianya In a world where leadership is often mistaken for dominance and decision – making it praised more than discernment, there is a rising cry for something deeper – a leader style rooted in both skill and compassion. True Leadership is more than influence. It’s about service. And at the core of sustainable, purpose – driven leadership lies one powerful attribute Compassion isn’t working: ITS WISDOM IN ACTION It is simplistic to presume that compassion requires weakness, when, in reality, the opposite holds true. Leadership through compassion demands greater courage than the exercise of brash overlordship. As Colossians 3:12 teaches us good advice, we should have on our sleeve compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. We must have emotional strength to be serene in adversity, inner adultness to ponder carefully rather than acting hastily, and spiritual touch to lead carefu...