Why good leaders make you feel safe | Simon Sinek | TED

[@jmnicholas00]

9:59 - great quote. “Leadership is a choice, it is not a rank. I know many people at the senior most levels of organizations who are absolutely not leaders. They are authorities, and we do what they say because they have authority over us, but we would not follow them.”

[@monicapazlarraingarcia359]

But this is too obvious. I don't see any significant contribution to something so obvious.

[@invideye5242]

Usual reply of a bad leader.

[@geraldpolmateer3255]

I worked for a large company that offered me a 60 percent pay increase after I have been there a few months. I refused the increase and told my boss to give it to the employees. My boss said he could do that but the company had never done that before. A few days after I was offered the increase an employee said to me that he assumed I got a big pay increase. I said to him I was offered a pay increase but asked to have it go to the employees. He replied with a skeptical response. I told I would be glad to show him my pay stubs. That conversation ended and he walked away. A few days later the employees saw their pay increase. At the end of one year we had increased sales 3.2 times what it had been with no new employees.

[@CurbBlurbs]

I tip my cap to you sir

[@solsanchez5228]

❣️❣️❣️ what a big heart you have sir

[@keilyathekwagentandeducato3679]

Example of a true servant 🙏🏽😇

[@johncarlos7810]

A few questions for you. Why would the company decide after a few months you needed an increase? Why would you share a pay stub? If you made 100grand per year, 60 grand goes to employees. Large company would mean at least 50 employees. 30 employees would be a 1$ raise ...can't be the reason for 3 times increase in sales. Does this make sense? What else happened?

[@geraldpolmateer3255]

@@johncarlos7810 They had not been able to solve the problem in five years and I began to solve it in two hours. They offered me the pay raise. Sharing a pay stub called him on his skepticism. I said I wanted the pay raise to go to them but what I actually meant was for them to get a pay raise first. The company was paying out so much overtime that it was almost equal with their regular pay. They had about twice as many people as they needed for the sales they had. Once turned it around our profits increased over 10 times.There were many other things such as improving logistics. One of the employees began to plot the sales for each day. I would say the biggest thing was that they knew I cared about them and not just how much work they could do. There was an employee who came late sometimes. He came late one day and a customer was waiting for him. The employee was good with customers but his home life was not good and he came from a family in which several of his family were in jail. He had been late enough times that he could have been terminated and he knew that. When I spoke with him he brought that up and told me he deserved to be fired. I told him I had no intention of terminating him because he was a very good employee and all I wanted was for him to be on time so customers did not have to wait. He was never late again. He went on to do quite well and bettered himself a lot. I believe how I dealt with him at that moment was a huge turning point in his life. Later on he said he wanted to go to college and asked if he could continue to work there. I made it clear that I wanted him there and I also wanted him to do well as a person. The employees would wait at the end of the day to see how much we did in sales. In return both the employees and the company treated me well.

[@dennisdickson2892]

Six years ago I watched this video while I was contemplating a difficult decision. After watching it, I resigned from a very high paying job rather than firing others as I had been told to do. I never looked back. It changed my life for the better.

[@kookiefly]

I am so glad, bub! Much happiness to you!

[@leonardo3399]

🫡🫡🫡

[@geraldpolmateer3255]

High pay is a way of slavery. I know a man who told me about a company he worked for and how the owner would ridicule people whose ideas he didn't like. I asked him why people stayed. His answer was they were well paid. As I have watched that company I have noticed some unethical acts by the owner and lawsuits that have come their way.

[@Mr.A-000]

I just wish all leaders would take this to heart and lead in this way. There is a difference between leadership and authority.

[@adilsoncardoso8391]

That's so satisfying to listen too. His points on what makes a good leader are just right and agreedable. You can't call yourself a leader while sacrificing all your crew for your own benefit. A leader should always step in first and open the way for everybody, create a safe environment where trust is above fear. And he never abandon the ship until everyone is safe

[@bupheyloda6789]

🎉

[@kookiefly]

There is a very beautiful film, The Call of the Wild, that showcases this!

[@jamespinard7025]

The most authentic and compelling definition of leadership to date.

[@vborole]

James Pinard can’t agree more 👍

[@nathanswenson1887]

James Pinard can’t take him seriously dressed like that

[@Luka-Noctiluka]

@@nathanswenson1887 Pretty superficial on your part. I don't think anyone will take you seriously then.

[@nathanswenson1887]

Noctiluka I’m not the one on stage trying to persuade people to my view of leadership. TED has become so vacuous it’s absurd.

[@mstanton2916]

@@nathanswenson1887 Appearance is not as important as action.

[@Julianavalcarte]

On my job I have two managers that are exactly as explained on this talk... It really makes me feel confident to work and my job became a pleasure! I hope that every one have the opportunity to work for a organisation like this!

[@codebrker24]

I have 3 who are exactly the opposite of this.

[@bryanwhite2268]

@@codebrker24 You are in trouble. Have merry and stay prayed up.

[@CrimsonContrast]

@Juliana Valcarte, may I ask what kind of company you work for? Most companies I've worked for have had managers that are "Authorities" and not "Leaders" I would love to hear your opinion on a career or corporation with trust worthy managers

[@siddharthjoshi8]

I don't work with these leaders.. But I hope to be one some day!

[@chloetucker8364]

Cash you xx xx a😅 Ugg xx haah

[@YellowHumor]

Beautiful speech. Loved how he went back to that statement of why would someone sacrifice themselves for others: „Because they would have done it for me“. This moved me really deeply.

[@sekaran404]

Very Fantastic talk Simon. " Great leaders are not the ones who save numbers to sacrifice people, they are the ones who sacrifice numbers to save people". A very heartful speech from Simon.

[@abhinavgoyal7299]

Amazing "Help the person to the left and right of you" that's leadership.🙏

[@camtutran8909]

"Leadership is a choice; it is not a rank."

[@angielamb2721]

Not always true. I've fond myself among co workers and without realizing it have been called a leader.

[@clayguinard3651]

If only ppl in leadership positions applied and understood it

[@MafiaFLairBeatz]

A perfect leader is one who does not want to lead. Only he will not use his power for himself directly(though later on it will corrupt him and he will). A real leader has to be accountable and easily replaced.

[@jonashellsborn7648]

@@MafiaFLairBeatz Well, a couple of US presidents have been that way, for example G Ford. They seem to usually be resented and despised by the so called "patriots".

[@dreamEternal]

@GJW 1 WJ Exactly.

[@elchamber]

I had a department manager that was the best I’ve ever had. She wasn’t a pushover, but cared for are well-being. Luckily for her, we considered her generosity and never took advantage of that. The environment was perfect for all of us to work better than any other departments in are region. If good people are among good people, it works well. Even if one or two aren’t, if they can consider what kind of people are around them, they’ll change. It’s late night, and I’m just saying. Thanks Linda.

[@SuperGreatSphinx]

"From strong leadership comes unity, from unity comes power." - Tywin Lannister

[@manukatiyar7234]

v well said

[@MyeongsooChoi]

you mean George R. R. Martin

[@agonf]

@@MyeongsooChoi No he doesn't.

[@goodgoyim9459]

but I thought diversity is strength

[@hanzlearningsolutions]

"Its actually the right environment, it makes people become better and capable of doing a lot more" WOW! That just blew my mind, simple yet powerful.

[@astrowyrm6871]

this was the best TED talk i have ever heard, and as cheesy as it sounds, i feel really inspired to be a leader and maybe start a company/business in the future. absolutely outstanding.

[@1234456devcdeve]

Do your thing champ

[@davidduchesne]

DID YOU START YOUR BUSINESS ? TIME IS NOW

[@lightkimichi6098]

@@davidduchesne dam hope he did

[@fvxlles]

Have you done it, yet?

[@throwawayuser9931]

all the best man.

[@gonzaloenrique8741]

Goodness this guy is a good speaker.

[@r.t.dominguez1717]

Gonzalo Enrique... i loved his lectures! I think he understands the concept of "sacrifice for a greater good."💚

[@phenomenaldouchebag6520]

Ikr

[@bingobongo1615]

He is one of the best speakers I have ever seen when in comes to rhetoric. The content is always very flat and obvious though... He is originally from a marketing company.

[@live2groove]

@@bingobongo1615 Yeah, he's very good at appealing to people's preconceptions..

[@mikecaldwell8014]

He’s a self proclaimed idiot when it comes to complex ideas, but he’s doing something right.

[@BasicBliss]

This speech was phenomenal. I am a coach and I'm also a leader in corporate and I am surprised that so many people in positions of authority do not get this basic concept of sacrifice and building trust among the team. This is such good information. Thank you

[@brianm9053]

Well, they dont want to admit bibilical values. Honestly, biblical values are showing up in secular leadership training all over the place now. Integrity, sacrifice, team, selflessness.....etc. I been hearing it for 20 years in church :)

[@BasicBliss]

Brian M true

[@prasadgaikwad7044]

Hii I am looking for job can you help mee

[@JV-tg2ne]

Darlene M. Scott - because they don’t know what leadership means or care

[@markchen8555]

Agree your comment

[@garrymoise7]

There is a difference between "being in a leadership position" and "leading".

[@YorkieKDS]

Thank you random person on KZbin Comment Section... I shall take this quote and use it!

[@bruv4934]

Messi

[@ipekkutlu78]

Completely agree. The moment I realized my manager aka dept head was actually driving us close to insane by working us up to 15 hours/day incl weekends and also creating an environment where we are scared, I understood how fool I were to follow this person and believed in for the past 1,5 years. Where are leaders?

[@KJSawkaOfficial]

"Its better that we should all suffer a little, then any of us should have to suffer a lot"

[@joek550]

Simon, you are WRONG. Everyone DOES NOT have the same capacity as Capt. Swenson who kissed his soldier. I have seen men run from combat while leaving a comrade to his demise or civil perils in which a mother will sacrifice her child so she can live. It takes a courageous person to possess the type of empathy it takes to see life as Capt. Swenson does. Courage is a rare quality in men and women these days because we are a tremendously self-centered society, and what Capt. Swenson did was selfless, and courageous.

[@centpushups]

Notice he did not mention as all of need to happy equally. To reduce the pain is more important

[@pagusmusic6254]

Another masterpiece on leadership, it so true that there’s a huge difference between leadership and authority, and making people feel safe and protected by their leadership is one of those serious distinctions!

[@ScandinavianBob]

Hey random person scrolling throught the comments. I just want to say: have a great day or night! Remember you arer loved and you have a purpose in this world. Always stay positive and never give up in life and on your goals!

[@jamesminiaturespace]

Project Stronger Self thanks for this!

[@lonewolfie9278]

Never commented before. But this comment can change my life tomorrow in my interview. Thanks. May Allah bless you.

[@samikukic1121]

MusaTV did you get the job?

[@lonewolfie9278]

Sami Kukic yeah I work at Apple now. 🤙🏽 I forgot to keep updated here. May you will have the job you love Sami!

[@mikesilva2547]

Thank you.

[@MrRasco95]

Many people are drawn to Leadership roles but few are Leaders... Thank you Simon for explaining it.

[@pmilly1475]

I really live for TED talks because it not only shows you an explanation and demonstration of what they speak about m but they also tell stories that really hit home such as this one. Being a college student currently, and taking communications as my major I was assigned multiple times to watch, review, and analyze TED talks, and other platforms like it. I really like this video because I am a leader in my own right. I also see how this makes complete sense because leadership takes sacrifice and motivation. I loved this video completely. Two thumbs up!

[@BobSaysWhat22]

I am the boss at my work and since I start reading his book and I changed how I approach to my staff etc and it’s incredible that my staffs and work place mood, motivation, ethic is changing so fast. And I love my job now!!!! Only the consequences, I am too excited when I come home and can’t sleep at night!!!

[@geraldpolmateer3255]

If only others knew what you have experienced. I believe most employees want to be on a winning team and want the company to be successful.

[@baoha611]

"It is better that we should all suffer a little, than any of us should have to suffer a lot". I would like to become an absolutely leader. And i hope everyone in the world is happy.

[@joshcordero7266]

Soooo, are we just going to ignore that beautiful circle??

[@sgiado]

Isn't it ridiculous that he got it practically perfect? On one try?

[@miguelcasasrobles4248]

simon sinek

[@troygardner1610]

Josh Cordero actually, it's not that hard if you've done it a dozen..100 times

[@CoolCat6131]

It's even more impressive considering his hand writing is illegible

[@jennygirl024]

Human Animal they say geniuses have bad hand writing

[@mustafamohammadi5741]

I totally experienced both cases. I worked in different organizations. Worked with real leaders. Amazing people who going first and eating last. Also worked with people who only had authorities. I ended up firing them as being my leader/manager/boss and joining another company. You can't work/survive in such an environment. Now I'm leading a small team in a startup. Doing my best at supporting and coaching my team and learning how to be a leader. Great talk, Cheers to all leaders

[@pratikkumar8383]

Why this is rare to see such kind of leaders who is always available and ready to whatever it takes to be friendly and make comfortable their people. I hope more leaders will come in the world like you and people who is always available and supportive for their own people 💗

[@siobhanmccaffrey3910]

This guy is amazing. I never feel as though he is preaching at me, he is talking to me.

[@jansenkosasih]

Still rewatching this inspiring speech by Simon Sinek every now and then!

[@tome6495]

If you have never worked in this type of organization, I feel bad for you. The empowerment of peers leads to shared vision, strong principles, and (wait for it) profitability. You can have all of it in an environment that nurtures the spirit.

[@rachelmacdonald9195]

yes!

[@KGohBoy]

Yes #Pete2020 is a master of these ideas.

[@OutdatedLeon]

Didn't really get a chance to work in such environment. This all sound so good and nice....but never really got the chance to see them in my workplace. I prolly should start search around to see if there's an organization like this around my city that would take me.

[@chrismontreuil2206]

Never found it yet in job market, but I can start it in my own family. It works !!!

[@voodoochile80]

This is so true that it's a shame that one really gets it only after being in a place like this. The next job hunting from anyone watching this video should be 100% focused on 1. understanding whether one is talking to such a company and 2. Getting into it

[@StudioAnnLe]

Fantastic talk by Simon.

[@HK_Musician]

My like was for your picture not your comment

[@BourdeoixEterno]

@@HK_Musician lmao love your content man

[@lightkimichi6098]

@@HK_Musician lol

[@aishdesai]

Always ♥️

[@christycarancho5193]

Am crying .. he nailed it really well ... thank you for your wisdom

[@sskpln]

One of the emotional, intelligent and a most resonating TED video I had watched. He speaks from the bottom of the heart and extra ordinarily explained who is a leader. Great work

[@musafz]

There's this great person and many more like him, that lived, live and will live. This Great Person, in his lifetime - no, not in his life time, but in a span of 8 - 9 years of his lifetime, fought 83 wars, never, ever for his own sake but for the safety and security of his followers. He lost a few and won a few battles, but he won both the hearts he fought against and fought for. True LEADERS are awesome! Would always like to stay with them, live with them and bleed with them. 😇😇😇

[@StephenKoppekin]

I love this definition of leadership. Trust and safety is paramount when acting as a leader.

[@jimmydorantes1]

That ending put a nice smile on my face. Bravo good sir.

[@coleenmcnally8963]

The importance of trust cannot be overstated in any organization. Excellent TED.

[@e-ggears193]

Giản dị, thật thà , điều mà anh chị đã làm được trong lòng tất cả mọi người. Thật sự tôn trọng và ngưỡng mộ 2 anh chị. 2 anh chị luôn giữ cái cảm xúc này luôn nhennnnn 💋💋❤️❤️❤️

[@THE_UPSC_GIRL369]

1:55 hey Leader ! This world's needs you 4:49 -💎 7:01 - charlie kim 8:27 -Bob chapman 11:04 -Leaders

[@christianodemarco8195]

Simons perspective is so inspiring. I truly hope Leaders in modern day business begin to adoption of these insights. It’s absolutely beautiful to have these types of beliefs to help improve our humanity. We need more love of people not love of profits in our democracy to create Peace and Prosperity for all .

[@hervekercret1705]

I discovered Simon Sinek with the "Why", but he is so inspirational... He has just described what I would consider as a key point in multi-cultural and intercultural management.

[@grausj1]

This is spot on. Companies are nothing without the people who do the work. Trust and respect are base for collaboration and growth. Recent business years and different cultures seem to have put this belief and understanding at risk. I enjoyed seeing this.

[@BasicBliss]

That's true but many leaders act like they are the company.. And when employees sense that you are all about self advancement, they may work for you, but they will not respect you or trust you

[@grausj1]

Agreed.

[@lizafranceschi]

Naturally empathy.I love this guy.We need more people like him in this world.

[@ريتاجاحمد-غ4ث]

Sure ,he is model for everyone want change his life and achieve his goals 😊👌💕💕💕

[@ريتاجاحمد-غ4ث]

I love him 😍😍😍😍💕💕

[@victoriawu63]

watching in the midst of covid-19 - this is exactly when we need more leaders like this

[@nickfedyk]

Love TED Talks. Love Simon Sinek. So much inspiration!

[@gregb6469]

In other words, a good leader is like a good father of a family.

[@rothboy]

Greg B My thoughts while watching. A respected protector.

[@audreejamie6751]

Greg B Or a good mother for us single mothers

[@uhegbu]

Or a mother for that matter. Women can be leaders, you know. Besides gender and other form of identity, I equate being a leader as climbing Mount Everest or winning a marathon like the one in London, held every year in April.

[@humanbeing8531]

Accepting strengths and weaknesses of a person and giving many fair and genuine chances (not just pretend or show off types) with right support and guidance surely makes even a weak (dull) employee strong. Most needed video of this time when world crisis of fear, insecurities, greed of power and position are ruining the society. God bless😀

[@Peacefulness-AM]

I love Simon Sink stories: The story of the soldier who protected his colleagues from fire, the ancient story of danger, The story Airline, and the passengers walks with the incorrect call. The story of the leader who eats in the last.

[@barryetherton4889]

Just imagine if the World had Political leaders like this guy.

[@John-wf5if]

Ask yourself why that is impossible

[@gardenjoy5223]

@@John-wf5if No Johnny, you ask yourself that question. We form the world we live in. Don't be a cynic, be a Sinek. A cynic would try to shut up Dr. Martin Luther King. And would not given Nelson Mandela a chance. But we the people, we do sometimes. And our world gets the better for it.

[@John-wf5if]

​@@gardenjoy5223 Gentle reminder that the world just elected at 78 year old with cognitive decline, and a penchant for groping and sniffing young girls.

[@gardenjoy5223]

@@John-wf5if Oops. That seems to pose some problems indeed. But it Can happen. It happened before, that we had fine people to lead by authenticity.

[@jambalaya201]

@@John-wf5if His predecessor wasn't better

[@hidrislim1459]

Aside from the wonderful content he brings in his speeches, the way he delivers it is just mind blowing, i would easily keep on watching him for hours straight

[@karthikkashyap4557]

3:48 Thats one of the best circle drawn without a tool(for me).......

[@codeyharrison7399]

Karthik Kashyap I was thinking this the whole time lol

[@rickrick1802]

My same thoughts too!

[@efdatsebina9844]

I don't know how to prove it, but I surely stood in front of my screen and clapped

[@simonpmccullagh6320]

that proves that you are a sheep who is easily manipulated

[@simonpmccullagh6320]

João Castro good one.

[@stepheniemartinez2453]

+Simon P McCullagh lol says the same person who drinks fluoride water with out thinking its toxic.

[@simonpmccullagh6320]

Stephenie Martinez are you on e's?

[@randidash4846]

hahaha, I did the same!

[@niclasking6574]

I have made reference to this speech so many times in the last few years. Probably… The most inspiring, humbling and thought provoking experience of my life. Investing in those around you, whether at work or elsewhere can only be of benefit to the teams in which we belong. Thank you Simon.

[@mariaisabelgonzalez9429]

Lately I have been a little sad about the behavior of some companies in my country but today listening to you gave me HOPE and my tears came out not because of sadness but because of GREAT HAPPINESS. Thanks...thanks...thanks for your talk

[@demonwally4962]

this is one of the best ted talks that i have seen.

[@simonpmccullagh6320]

that's because ted talks are anti thought.

[@sajidhasan362]

care to elaborate?

[@simonpmccullagh6320]

João Castro What a genius you are.

[@simonpmccullagh6320]

sajid hasan www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-18511696

[@MartinMarchev]

TL;DR TROLOLOLOLOLOL

[@Kris_A]

People with poor bosses who don't understand this simple approach, should email this video anonymously to them. It couldn't hurt, and might change their lives and ultimately, yours. Great talk.

[@chrismontreuil2206]

Or someone will go postal on them.

[@mwilk172]

My teacher told me to watch some Simon Sinek videos. This is so inspirational and authentic compared to other TED talk videos that i saw. He wants people to understand something that not a lot of people think of. Mind you, i am only 13, and this is just amazing, it really taught me something. The future will lead us into safety and something that will keep our globe, a wonderful place. Leaders can protect us. I don't want to write an essay here, but if i would, it would be over 3 pages. I hope he continues to strive on believing his thoughts that people can follow. Its what people can learn from.

[@mikey.p]

I worked for Discover financial briefly, and they always made their employees feel valued. It was very hard to get fired. They worked hard to take care of their employees needs and Struggles. It was pretty inspiring. Good leadership in my opinion.

[@johncabsvlog1989]

greater love has no man than this. to lay down his life, for his friend, stress was painful we should suffer then any of us should have to suffer a lot.

[@jaybee2344]

I am extremely lucky that the guy whom started the company I work for. Literally does what Simon says. Example: During recession he took a 40% pay cut as the managers took a 6% and drivers took a 4%. The only problem is I feel few employees can see or feel kindness from my employer. I have noticed it for most of my 19+ yrs working there.

[@andrebajew3486]

Hi Jason - Just listened & grateful/enlighted/inspired/blown away by Simon almost gets close - WOW, Just WOW & I am a bit envious of your position. Of all the previous comments I found yours particularly fascinating: "The only problem is I feel few employees can see or feel kindness" - Why do you think that, or what have you experienced that drives that observation?

[@ssenfukalawbert8293]

The best observation 🤝👌

[@Va11idus]

I've noticed this too. This type of leadership is great, the problem that arises in when people take advantage and set a precedent for that type of behavior. These kind of disrespectful people need to be removed from the workplace before they poison the well.

[@marye9839]

March 2020, this couldn’t be more relevant.

[@lukehartmann7069]

still here in April.

[@asmudio6155]

Still here in april

[@alfredacegarcia6339]

Still here

[@johnk5432]

trump should watch this

[@terrorbilly1]

@@johnk5432 wouldn't make any difference. He's so full of himself that this message would go straight over his fake hair.

[@gentlewarriorjourney4426]

As a combat Veteran, I miss that service and willingness to sacrifice. In the business world, I am successful but feel so alone working to build the greatest company. My coworkers checkout as soon as they walk out the door and I go to sleep thinking how can I make tomorrow bigger and better for the company I am now serving. The teamwork dynamic is so different in the civilian world, as soon as you fall in the corporate world your coworkers use it as an opportunity to step over you to further their success and motives. In the Army, we never left a fallen solider behind, and helped brush them off and filled the gap for the wounded or fallen, it was all in dedication of helping the entire team to succeed. Love your work and words, looking into the “why” of my life saved my life!

[@leahklatt3873]

In my obsessed with learning and listening to interviews and public speeches era, so satisfying to be able to appreciate the life wisdom of many leaders in our generation. So thankful for the internet and the access of information!

[@augustayarteh7524]

Great caption. Leaders make their managers or Boss safe because of their inputs to make them feel confidence. As long as their is love and understanding among themselves. They will surly hold your back behind their back is a sign that their leaders are in a save environment. Nice to see.

[@StudentSeng]

What I learnt: Great Leader makes his followers feel safe & protected "Leadership is a choice. It is not a rank." High rank = High Authority ≠ Good Leader

[@anvilofaugust]

Greater love has no man than this, to lay down his life for his friend. --Jesus

[@KrystalNCMA]

Amen

[@GlAnz74]

Yess! It's the JESUS' kind of leadership. ☺

[@GigaDarkness]

"But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me." --Also Jesus

[@christinahardgrove1938]

anvilofaugust amen

[@stevensavoie856]

Giga that was a parable about a king that points to the judgement of those who oppose God. Jesus never asked anyone to be brought to him to be slain. Instead of using this verse to make yourself His enemy, you should rather take it as a warning.

[@TheMitchellWhite]

This is easily one of the best speeches that I have seen in my entire life!

[@Augustin42012]

Je n'ai jamais entendu de pareils discours, de pareilles vérités qui me touchent énormément. De plus, vous dégagez une confiance et un aplomb quand vous parlez, qui me laisse sans voix. Ce sentiment intérieur que vous partagez est admirable... Merci Monsieur SINEK !

[@KyokushinKichiKai]

This was the finest Ted presentation I've ever heard! In definition and follow through good leadership. So easy to see but so hard to achieve.

[@r.t.dominguez1717]

I always learn from you!❤️ I lecture for free in the Philippines and spend my own money to feed my students! And I don't even teach in their school. I'm a retired U.S. architect and always been my vision to help others!❤️

[@thxlovefactor]

Absolutely phenomenal 👏🏾👏🏾 So inspiring. And to think I was a second away from skipping over this video to find another one. Thank goodness I stayed.

[@rolandrakotondramanana6854]

I felt like I was listening a great sermon of Jesus on the Mount. It just changes me the way I think towards others.

[@eponymousIme]

What a delight to listen to a speaker who articulates. I didn't have to put on the captioning after trying to decode slurred words. Thanks, Simon!

[@terrorbilly1]

It's so good to see Simon every now and then. Just look at the actions of our so called 'leaders' in these times of hardship and struggle - you can see who the true leaders really are.

[@robinjosh1789]

Loved listening to him, heard this speech of him many times but never gets old because it speaks the truth of what leadership should be 🙏

[@nurulassyfa9160]

This video contains an interesting concepts and valuable thoughts. This is such a refreshing perspective on a complex subject like leadership. Many people are drawn to Leadership roles but few are Leaders. Real leaders make their people feel safe amidst chaos and uncertainty. A good leader looks after their people, because they know that when people are taken care of, they will go above and beyond to take care of the leader and the cause. Each did has a reason, laying not over the water, but deep in the water. Each decision should be evaluated several times before be taken, or thrown away. So not all cases are the same, so lead is about making decision, and take all responsibilities for decision. This speaker hits the bullseye with his immaculate observations. Inspired leadership which makes people feel safe and trust their leadership empowers people to be their best versions of themselves and try new things. I just wish all leaders would take this to heart and lead in this way. There is a difference between leadership and authority. This is one of the best talks on leadership i've heard and will remember for a long time. Leadership is a choice, it's not a rank. 🙌

[@lindarice5783]

Thank you Simon. I am an elderly lady and I have always called this, "the Jesus principle", leading by example. Your talks and illustrations are timely reminders of this, for all of us. Thank you again

[@RoseMary-gl4ee]

Thank you. After hearing this, i feel validated. I left my job feeling discarded, all the while, upper management acted to expedite structural changes which upheld more vicious people. My heart couldn’t compete.

[@jaimeleigh5577]

Just... great. You are just ... wonderful. Your compassionate strength is truly admirable.

[@sharayahmonroe]

Amazing amazing amazing. I've just discovered Simon Sinek today, and have been watching his videos for hours at this point. Wow.

[@goodchange988]

defines "FAMILY" & "LEADER"

[@lucianooliveirasilva]

It's hard to work with a "leader" that you don't believe and doesn't trust him

[@restyanaazizah9958]

Luciano Oliveira Silva why?

[@jakedonly9134]

@@restyanaazizah9958 how can you trust in an individual that has power over you, a 'leader', when you know they do not and will not act in your best interests? when you know that they would gladly throw you under the bus & punish you before taking accountability as a leader and helping you prosper? the simple answer is, you cannot. you be able to trust undeniably that your leaders will act within your best interests 100% of the time. leadership requires selflessness, which is why most people in management positions in today's corporations garner absolutely zero respect. their employees act from fear of the repercussions from their higher ups, rather than out of respect & loyalty to individuals that will do only good by them

[@ablurida]

It's also very hard to want to help out a 'leader' that you don't admire. Show me why I want to be more like you, how it's improved your life and the lives of those around you.

[@Munchprime]

At that point, they're not a leader. They don't lead, because people don't follow. At that point, they're just an authority figure.

[@metroact8443]

Good leader never thinking about hem self Life of humans have mining he accepts his mastics and don't cower it and try to fixated or at list learn from it there is a shooting happiness every day Good leader thinks about it noting is going fixed if you don't thanking about it I said good leader value humans Life 💔 remember that it doesn't let happen again. But we see it every day next time choose the leader car about it This time choose someone stand for something money 💰 is not every thing safe please to live bringing happiness

[@philiphoffman523]

This speech was much needed. Too many people believe that being a leader is being able to command and manipulate, when in reality, being a leader means to build a team and work together as equals.

[@troyhewgley5974]

I retired from the USAF 14 yrs ago. In that time I have never been able to answer the question, "What was it like to serve for 20 yrs?" It is hard to express in words the deep commitment, the satisfaction, the joy, the frustration, the chaos, the exhaustion, the sacrifice, and the exhilaration.......so usually I deflect the conversation. Simon explained it eloquently in 10 mins. Thank you Simon.

[@v.dargain1678]

Authority and leadership are two different things . Well said . Wish everybody in positions of authority knew this .

[@urcreativity]

This message of TRUST is critical. Thank you Ted for putting this out here!

[@jemartejero7536]

Truly, our environment will greatly shape our character. Great Speech!

[@phyllissong]

This is such a powerful message about leadership! It's not about rank or authority, it's about creating a "circle of safety" where people feel trusted, valued, and cared for. That's how you build a culture of trust and cooperation where people are willing to go above and beyond for each other. 🙌

[@murphyhalim4062]

This man really change how I see the world. Very happy to read his books. Hope you always spread your thought. Thank a lot!

[@clareadelaide7037]

I witnessed the same situation on a southwest flight when someone tried to board ahead of time. The gate agent gently told the customer, oh you're just a little bit ahead of me, if you don't mind waiting a couple minutes i'll give your ticket a call. Super gentle, made the customer laugh and not be embarrassed. Love Southwest always.

[@slyspy9819]

He is spot on with his assessment of leadership . True leadership comes from within , it can not be bought or given or won !

[@user-ln2kc7yn7v]

I'm this leader from the bottom. Quit my leadership career due to not finding a company that felt right. Found a basic job, been leading the work force without the supervisors knowing. People all come to me with problems and they all help me out when I had troubles. Supervisors eventually figured it out a year later. I explained why and how, now I got a new job.. :'-) let's hope this company, makes me as leader feel safe from the managers that "manage"

[@silouify]

I have just fallen upon Simon Sinek this week. As it happens I am being made redundant this week and this is so apt for my circumstance. Compelling is an understatement. I have also started reading his "start with why" book which is exceptional and so truly obvious. Why have we not seen this before?

[@AmyK007]

I’ve always said that greatest leaders have the biggest hearts.

[@Nanpa0]

He read my mind, ideas i've been thinking for a long time. I'm sure many feel the same way and relate.

[@FamilyPlayLife]

Great Video! Simon Sinek is very Wise!Parents are the Greatest Leaders. It's interesting how we spend Time, Money and Energy, to train ourselves to be teachers, Healers, Educaters, Protectors, Engineers, salesman and even business savy. Yet most of us spend very little time, money and energy, to train ourselves to be the greatest parent/s to our children. Parenting classes should be made compulsory in states and countries, we will raise our children healthier physically, socially and mentally.

[@augustcleavitt]

Some people will always think of you take classes then you’re weak, inept, a mental midget, etc. I heard am these from my ex. No, it’s wisdom that I recognized having my 1st child at age 31 that the parenting “skills” I acquired from my teen unwed mom who was married for 1.5 years approximately when I was age 3-4 probably left some gaps and I also dealt the aforementioned verbal and emotional abuse which I didn’t yet realize was such an issue to my mental and emotional and spiritual state but I consciously and subconsciously recognized there’s no such thing as much wisdom nor love and logic. 🙂

[@augustcleavitt]

Too much goes in that last sentence... and then google/youtube doesn’t give you an edit option on a phone. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@jasjongalvan1544]

I have been saying this for years and its good to see someone else is saying it too. Parenting classes of the most basic kind should be mandatory in most scenarios.

[@vinnakotadilipkumar6657]

Simon Sinek's speaches are very inspiring and useful to CEO's & to leaders.

[@DrJayMcCurry]

This talk is a powerful reminder that leadership isn’t just about authority-it’s about fostering an environment where people feel valued and safe. Thank you, Simon, for such inspiring insights! Jay McCurry, Tulsa, Oklahoma

[@whaleh8er991]

This TED talk always brings tears to my eyes.