Biblical Servant Leadership��Nelson University

My Personal Leadership Philosophy

Dayan A. Inclán

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My Philosophy

It is to love my people first.

I want my people to know that I am their biggest fan.

I aim to inspire, equip, encourage, and guide my people to become better than they ever believed possible.

I want my people to even exceed my potential

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Philippians 2:3-4 (CEB)

"Don’t do anything for selfish purposes, but with humility think of others as better than yourselves. Instead of each person watching out for their own good, watch out for what is better for others."

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What is Servant Leadership?�

Traditional leadership

Traditional leadership operates within a hierarchical structure that features defined lines of authority and power. It emphasizes leader-driven authority and control, focusing primarily on organizational goals and their own advancement with minimal input from others. This type of leadership prioritizes results and tends to maintain the status quo.

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Servant leadership

Servant leadership is focused on others. It prioritizes the growth, development, and well-being of members of the organization. It emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive and collaborative environment. Servant leaders concentrate on meeting the needs of their team members and helping them reach their full potential. A culture of servant leadership encourages collaborative decision-making, with the leader acting as a facilitator.

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Philosophy of Servant Leadership��The philosophy of servant leadership is highlighted in the Gospel of Mark.�

Mark 10:42-45 (NLT) – “You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first among you must be the slave of everyone else. For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

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Servant leaders: �

• Know their people and understand their needs and concerns.
• Prioritize the needs and concerns of their people before their own.
• Cultivates a nurturing culture

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My Guiding Principles for Leadership�

To Show Compassion�

• Caring for the concerns of others.
• Understanding and sharing their feelings.

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���To Build Trust��

• Give people a reason to trust me. It starts with demonstrating a life of integrity, honesty, and exhibiting Godly moral behavior.
• Showing trust in others by empowering them with decision-making responsibilities.

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���To Build Community���

• When there is trust, people feel safe and free to express their individuality.
• When people feel safe, they are open to connecting with others in a community.

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�����To Be Aware����

• Maintain general awareness, especially self-awareness, and the impact I have on others.
• Awareness of the physical and social conditions of others.
• Awareness of the political environment.

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To Grow Others��

• Show people that they have value beyond their contributions as workers.
• Commit to the personal, professional, and spiritual growth of each follower.

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To Steward��

• God has entrusted me with the responsibility of managing the organization, overseeing the finances, and caring for the people.
• I am responsible to the stakeholders, the public, and to God for their well-being.

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My Plan to Develop Servant Leaders�

Come and See

Raise awareness among people about available opportunities. Invite others to observe areas where I am ministering and encourage them to pray for discernment on their involvement.

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Follow Me

To model myself after Jesus in the development of servant leaders, I aim to invite them to participate in what God is doing.

“Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” Matthew 4:16 (ESV)

Be With Me

Developing servant leaders requires a personal investment. Spending time in intimate settings, whether in small groups or one-on-one, is invaluable. In a safe environment, individuals can ask questions and receive direct guidance to encourage their growth and offer constructive feedback.

Remain in Him

Jesus calls us to remain in Him, make disciples, and fulfill the Great Commission. I never want to believe that I am irreplaceable; rather, I aim to invest in developing others so that they can not only replace me seamlessly but also excel to the point that, ten years from now, no one will even remember my name.

Conclusion.�My Life as a Servant Leader Requires:

• Lead with love and humility, not titles or recognition
• Model Christlike character through daily actions
• Invest in others so they can grow beyond what they believed possible
• Build a culture of trust, compassion, and community
• Steward people, resources, and vision with care and accountability
• Develop others to carry the mission further, even beyond my own legacy

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