I recently finished reading Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek, and I think it'll leave a lasting impression. The core message is simple but profound: the best leaders aren't the ones who demand authority, they're the ones who serve and protect the people they lead.
This book resonated with me on a personal and professional level. It challenges conventional ideas of leadership rooted in hierarchy and short-term success, and instead offers a human-centred vision that aligns closely with how I believe teams should operate.
If you're in a leadership role, or aspire to be, I'd recommend this book. It's a powerful reminder of what truly builds strong, resilient organisations.
Here are the key takeaways that stood out most:
- Great leaders sacrifice for their people and earn trust by protecting the group.
- Human biology supports connection and empathy; ignoring this leads to dysfunction.
- Leadership is not about being in charge, but about caring for those in your charge.
- Long-term thinking and servant leadership outperform short-term profit-driven models.
- A healthy organisation is one where people feel safe, valued, and inspired.
This is more than a book about leadership, it's a blueprint for building teams where people thrive.