“The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things.” — Ronald Reagan
From the desk of Henry Russell, CEO of SANTOS Holdings
Humility is key to strong team leadership. Humble leadership fosters open communication and idea-sharing within teams. This creates a collaborative and team-oriented environment. Leaders who are humble tend to be better listeners, more aware of their shortcomings, and quicker to learn from their mistakes. This boosts team trust and respect for their leader, improving morale, motivation, and performance. It also helps to prevent the “know-it-all” syndrome and promotes a growth mindset.
In the bustling back office of SANTOS Holdings, my finance team was gearing up for another busy season. Excitement and pressure were high as we completed the financial statements and forecasts. I called my team in the conference room to show my appreciation for their hard work. “Thank you all for your tireless efforts,” I began, reflecting on our recent successes. “However, let’s not overlook the value of humility in the future.”
Complacency can blind us to new ideas and challenges. Years ago, I learned this the hard way when a previous project failed because we ignored critical feedback. Arrogance led to our downfall. Richard Du, our leadership team at SANTOS Holdings, and I encourage open dialogue, reminding everyone that every voice matters. In business, the best decisions come from collaboration and respecting each other’s insights. When we work together, we avoid bias and make better choices with each contribution, which reinforces the value of diverse perspectives.
At SANTOS Holdings, we maintain an inclusive environment, allowing team members to share ideas without fear and fostering a culture of cooperation. This affords the company to support our accomplishments and the value of staying grounded. Keeping the lines of communication open and supporting one another is the key to navigating what lies ahead. Our commitment to humility and respect strengthens our company and every department and influences the broader culture at SANTOS Holdings.
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Key Takeaways
- Complacency can blind us to new ideas and challenges.
- In business, the best decisions come from collaboration and respecting each other’s insights.
- Working together, we avoid bias and make better choices with each contribution, which reinforces the value of diverse perspectives.