6 Ways to Strengthen Your Servant LeadershipSample

Strength in clarity

Finally, we can develop leadership strength through clarity. 

Clarity is rarely a conscious goal for leaders, yet every leader is consciously aware when it is absent.

How do I define clarity? In this context, it is a state of mind first achieved by the leader, spreading to the followers, then rippling out to customers and constituents. Another way to look at it is being “sure of what we hope for” (Hebrews 11:1).

This state of mind is achieved by the leader who constantly seeks it in all aspects of his or her daily work. 

Consider all the following areas where it’s necessary:

● Clarity in relationships

● Clarity in job descriptions and assignments

● Clarity in vision

● Clarity in delegation

● Clarity in communication

● Clarity in conflict

● Clarity in celebration

● Clarity in strategy

● Clarity of authority

If ambiguity rules in these areas, people will feel like they’re not being led well. They naturally seek clarity, even if unconsciously so. They like to know what they’re supposed to be doing and where they should be going.

Not that they want to be micromanaged, of course. The clarity they desire is an understanding of expectations and purpose.

Clarity is better than simplicity. Simple is good, but not necessary. If an employee understands a new concept, it may still seem complex to outsiders, but now she can help them understand it, too.

Clarity is not necessarily obvious. It stands on its own. It is fact. It is truth. It is memorable. It is easily memorized.

It is a journey from complexity, chaos, falsehoods, confusion, and conflict to comprehension. To “Aha!”

It is a process of removing obstacles that demotivate, demoralize, and derail.

Clarity sells.

Clarity motivates.

Clarity is clear vision.

Clarity cuts through the clutter.

Clarity clears the air.

Clarity removes the cloud so you can see the mountaintop.

Ultimate clarity is coming, but "Now I know in part; then I shall know fully..." (1 Corinthians 13:12).