Servant Leadership: Martha on Ken Blanchard's Lessons, Kindness, and Recognition
Roxanne welcomes Martha, who shares her editing journey and experiences working with Ken Blanchard. They explore Blanchard's impactful career, leadership style, and the role of organizational transparency during crises. The conversation delves into servant leadership, the writing process, and the inspiration behind the book "Catch People Doing Things Right." Martha emphasizes the importance of kindness and recognition, offering guidance for leaders in uncertain times. They discuss key insights from the book, misconceptions about leadership titles, and personal stories of leadership in daily life. The episode concludes with reflections on recognition, upcoming projects, and where to find Martha's book and resources.
Key Points
- Leadership is about serving and empowering others, not about exerting control or authority.
- Recognizing and appreciating the efforts of team members fosters a positive and productive work environment.
- True leadership is demonstrated through humility, kindness, and a commitment to helping others succeed.
A former editor at Simon & Schuster and Harcourt, Martha C. Lawrence has shaped the voices of some of the world’s most successful thought leaders. As executive editor at Blanchard, she has collaborated with Ken Blanchard for more than 20 years, including on Trust Works!, winner of the San Diego Book Award. Her editing credits include multimillion-copy bestsellers and #1 New York Times titles. She is also the author of an Edgar, Anthony, Agatha, and Shamus-nominated mystery series featuring private investigator Elizabeth Chase. Martha holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and studied creative writing at The New School in New York City. She was a founding faculty member of The La Jolla Writers Conference and has been a book reviewer for The San Diego Union-Tribune. Outside of her professional life, she is an avid hiker and long-time yoga practitioner. She lives in Escondido, California, with her partner and a full contingent of backyard wildlife.
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