You may have completed your project, but it’s a short victory. As Churchill said, “Success never lasts.”
Empathetic collaboration is needed for any long term success.
What are you going to do when you’ve left a wake of collateral damage through the various departments and teams to get your last project completed?
Sure, some people might be obligated to help, but do you want people doing the bare minimum or do you want people that willingly go above and beyond to help you?
You may be someone who becomes singularly focused on your assignment or project, but you can still treat others with respect.
A Servant Leader is not someone that just looks out for their team, but everyone. They recognize that other teams and departments have their own priorities and struggles. They seek to partner and collaborate rather than dictate and demand. They are willing to compromise, not jeopardize their project, but understand that they may need to juggle activities to accommodate another group’s timeline and commitments.
Treating all groups with respect and consideration is the sign of a good Servant Leader. They understand they are part of a larger team, and the overall goal is for the company to win, not just their team or project.
And remember that you don’t have to be a manager to be a Servant Leader, everyone can perform this role.