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.”
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.
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.
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
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.
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!
@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
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.
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?
@@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.
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.
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.
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
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 :)
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.
"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.
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!!!
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!
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
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.
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 💗
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.
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
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!
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.
@@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".
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.
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. 😇😇😇
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?
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 .
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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😀
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 💋💋❤️❤️❤️
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
I held my father in his hospice bed as his life left his body, when it was done I removed his glasses for the last time. I can never change the impact that moment had on my life, it took an incredible emotional toll on me. I would do it the exact same way again. Why? Because he would hug me and hold and show his undying love as I passed if he needed to. It has changed the way I relate with people, if they would do something for me, personally or professionally, why would I not do it for them?
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.
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.
When we are in school, when we are with friends, family, and so on, I think we are always exposed to big and small society. And I think there's always an invisible leader there. I've thought about who I am, and I've decided that the conclusion I've come to is not always the same person. I look different when I am with my friends and when I am at school. Different images depend on who's next to me, and I think it's related to who leads the organization when it's in the organization. As I said in this lecture, I think we look different when we have a leader who makes me feel comfortable and stable, and a leader who is inconsistent. I think the results of the living will be different. No matter how small a society is, I think the position and role of a leader is important. I think that good results will follow if we give and trust first and cooperate together. I took the leader as an example in this lecture, but I think it's no different from being comfortable and stable in human relationships. Just as I wanted to follow a good leader, I thought I should be the first one to stabilize people.
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 !
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?
It's always interesting to watch Simon because he probably isn't the first kind of man most of us think of when we think about a great leader. But he really knows his stuff and you can tell he enjoys people. I think that's important.
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!❤️
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. 🙌
I had a problem with bullying when I first started my career. Luckily with one of my supervisor’s leadership and guidance, he pointed me in the right direction and I was able to bully people more effectively. Thank you Echemanson
@@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.
@@gardenjoy5223 Gentle reminder that the world just elected at 78 year old with cognitive decline, and a penchant for groping and sniffing young girls.
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.
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. 🙌
After 14 years, I was put on unpaid leave due to a bad quarter at my company. I had zero notice, just blindsided one day. FOURTEEN YEARS of loyal work, working after hours and weekends when necessary for the company to be successful. Many others were just let go full stop, and I was supposed to be "lucky" to "only" be put on unpaid leave for an undetermined period. Maybe forever. I wish I could send them this video, it actually made me cry. I thought that was the kind of company I worked for, but then "growth" happened. All the times I chose my company over my family time, for nothing. NEVER AGAIN.
The same happened to my husband. He worked for the same company for 20 something years and then 1 day they we're all told the company is moving and everyone is laid off, no comp, no nothing. Not even a thank you for your service.
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
This TED Talk answered my life's purpose question I've been haunted by my entire adulthood, until today... I'll be turning 40 by the end of this year! - Thank you!
Very well said sir. We found bosses around us with full of egos and drama's and no any leader. Bosses should try to become leaders first, people will automatically respect them from the bottom of the heart.
I keep coming back to this talk and it makes me somewhat melancholic. Having now retired from the working environment I so wish that some of the corporate 'leaders' had consider this message Simon communicates. I've worked for some of the largest corporate organisations and certainly never felt safe as could be seen from my CV and the number of times I had been made redundant. I truly hope management has changed but not hopeful.
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.”
But this is too obvious. I don't see any significant contribution to something so obvious.
Usual reply of a bad leader.
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.
I am so glad, bub! Much happiness to you!
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.
I just wish all leaders would take this to heart and lead in this way. There is a difference between leadership and authority.
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
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There is a very beautiful film, The Call of the Wild, that showcases this!
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.
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!
I have 3 who are exactly the opposite of this.
@@codebrker24 You are in trouble. Have merry and stay prayed up.
@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
I don't work with these leaders.. But I hope to be one some day!
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The most authentic and compelling definition of leadership to date.
James Pinard can’t agree more 👍
James Pinard can’t take him seriously dressed like that
@@nathanswenson1887 Pretty superficial on your part. I don't think anyone will take you seriously then.
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.
@@nathanswenson1887 Appearance is not as important as action.
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.
I tip my cap to you sir
❣️❣️❣️ what a big heart you have sir
Example of a true servant 🙏🏽😇
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?
@@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.
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.
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.
Do your thing champ
DID YOU START YOUR BUSINESS ?
TIME IS NOW
@@davidduchesne dam hope he did
Have you done it, yet?
all the best man.
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
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 :)
Brian M true
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Darlene M. Scott - because they don’t know what leadership means or care
Agree your comment
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.
"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.
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!!!
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.
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!
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
"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.
Amazing "Help the person to the left and right of you" that's leadership.🙏
Many people are drawn to Leadership roles but few are Leaders... Thank you Simon for explaining it.
"Its better that we should all suffer a little, then any of us should have to suffer a lot"
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.
Notice he did not mention as all of need to happy equally. To reduce the pain is more important
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 💗
Goodness this guy is a good speaker.
Gonzalo Enrique... i loved his lectures! I think he understands the concept of "sacrifice for a greater good."💚
Ikr
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.
@@bingobongo1615 Yeah, he's very good at appealing to people's preconceptions..
He’s a self proclaimed idiot when it comes to complex ideas, but he’s doing something right.
"From strong leadership comes unity, from unity comes power."
- Tywin Lannister
v well said
you mean George R. R. Martin
@@MyeongsooChoi No he doesn't.
but I thought diversity is strength
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
This guy is amazing. I never feel as though he is preaching at me, he is talking to me.
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!
"Leadership is a choice; it is not a rank."
Not always true. I've fond myself among co workers and without realizing it have been called a leader.
If only ppl in leadership positions applied and understood it
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.
@@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".
@GJW 1 WJ Exactly.
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.
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. 😇😇😇
There is a difference between "being in a leadership position" and "leading".
Thank you random person on UA-cam Comment Section... I shall take this quote and use it!
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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?
I love this definition of leadership. Trust and safety is paramount when acting as a leader.
The importance of trust cannot be overstated in any organization. Excellent TED.
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 .
Still rewatching this inspiring speech by Simon Sinek every now and then!
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
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.
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
Agreed.
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.
That ending put a nice smile on my face. Bravo good sir.
watching in the midst of covid-19 - this is exactly when we need more leaders like this
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.
Fantastic talk by Simon.
My like was for your picture not your comment
@@HK_Musician lmao love your content man
@@HK_Musician lol
Always ♥️
Am crying .. he nailed it really well ... thank you for your wisdom
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😀
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 💋💋❤️❤️❤️
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.
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!
Project Stronger Self thanks for this!
Never commented before. But this comment can change my life tomorrow in my interview. Thanks. May Allah bless you.
MusaTV did you get the job?
Sami Kukic yeah I work at Apple now. 🤙🏽 I forgot to keep updated here. May you will have the job you love Sami!
Thank you.
Naturally empathy.I love this guy.We need more people like him in this world.
Sure ,he is model for everyone want change his life and achieve his goals 😊👌💕💕💕
I love him 😍😍😍😍💕💕
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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?
The best observation 🤝👌
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.
Soooo, are we just going to ignore that beautiful circle??
Isn't it ridiculous that he got it practically perfect? On one try?
simon sinek
Josh Cordero actually, it's not that hard if you've done it a dozen..100 times
It's even more impressive considering his hand writing is illegible
Human Animal they say geniuses have bad hand writing
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.
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!
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.
Or someone will go postal on them.
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
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.
yes!
Yes #Pete2020 is a master of these ideas.
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.
Never found it yet in job market, but I can start it in my own family. It works !!!
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
I held my father in his hospice bed as his life left his body, when it was done I removed his glasses for the last time. I can never change the impact that moment had on my life, it took an incredible emotional toll on me. I would do it the exact same way again. Why? Because he would hug me and hold and show his undying love as I passed if he needed to. It has changed the way I relate with people, if they would do something for me, personally or professionally, why would I not do it for them?
I’ve always said that greatest leaders have the biggest hearts.
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.
this is one of the best ted talks that i have seen.
that's because ted talks are anti thought.
care to elaborate?
João Castro What a genius you are.
sajid hasan www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-18511696
TL;DR TROLOLOLOLOLOL
In other words, a good leader is like a good father of a family.
Greg B My thoughts while watching. A respected protector.
Greg B Or a good mother for us single mothers
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.
When we are in school, when we are with friends, family, and so on, I think we are always exposed to big and small society. And I think there's always an invisible leader there. I've thought about who I am, and I've decided that the conclusion I've come to is not always the same person. I look different when I am with my friends and when I am at school. Different images depend on who's next to me, and I think it's related to who leads the organization when it's in the organization. As I said in this lecture, I think we look different when we have a leader who makes me feel comfortable and stable, and a leader who is inconsistent. I think the results of the living will be different. No matter how small a society is, I think the position and role of a leader is important. I think that good results will follow if we give and trust first and cooperate together. I took the leader as an example in this lecture, but I think it's no different from being comfortable and stable in human relationships. Just as I wanted to follow a good leader, I thought I should be the first one to stabilize people.
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 !
Love TED Talks. Love Simon Sinek. So much inspiration!
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.
This is easily one of the best speeches that I have seen in my entire life!
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?
It's always interesting to watch Simon because he probably isn't the first kind of man most of us think of when we think about a great leader. But he really knows his stuff and you can tell he enjoys people. I think that's important.
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 🙏
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!❤️
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. 🙌
I had a problem with bullying when I first started my career. Luckily with one of my supervisor’s leadership and guidance, he pointed me in the right direction and I was able to bully people more effectively. Thank you Echemanson
That's CLEAR & CONCISE talk by Simon Sinek. I believe that being HUMBLE would be one of the greatest qualities of all GREAT LEADERS.
He is spot on with his assessment of leadership . True leadership comes from within , it can not be bought or given or won !
Just imagine if the World had Political leaders like this guy.
Ask yourself why that is impossible
@@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.
@@gardenjoy5223 Gentle reminder that the world just elected at 78 year old with cognitive decline, and a penchant for groping and sniffing young girls.
@@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.
@@John-wf5if His predecessor wasn't better
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.
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. 🙌
Just... great. You are just ... wonderful. Your compassionate strength is truly admirable.
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.
Authority and leadership are two different things . Well said . Wish everybody in positions of authority knew this .
Truly, our environment will greatly shape our character. Great Speech!
I honestly cannot understand why 1,700 people didnt' like this video. This is absolutely worth listening.
Because of is what they believe,, and a good leader may to understand.
After 14 years, I was put on unpaid leave due to a bad quarter at my company. I had zero notice, just blindsided one day. FOURTEEN YEARS of loyal work, working after hours and weekends when necessary for the company to be successful. Many others were just let go full stop, and I was supposed to be "lucky" to "only" be put on unpaid leave for an undetermined period. Maybe forever. I wish I could send them this video, it actually made me cry. I thought that was the kind of company I worked for, but then "growth" happened. All the times I chose my company over my family time, for nothing. NEVER AGAIN.
The same happened to my husband. He worked for the same company for 20 something years and then 1 day they we're all told the company is moving and everyone is laid off, no comp, no nothing. Not even a thank you for your service.
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
March 2020, this couldn’t be more relevant.
still here in April.
Still here in april
Still here
trump should watch this
@@johnk5432 wouldn't make any difference. He's so full of himself that this message would go straight over his fake hair.
Amazing amazing amazing. I've just discovered Simon Sinek today, and have been watching his videos for hours at this point. Wow.
From my bottom of My heart, I got the true meaning of Leadership roles and responsibilities to strongly shield their Team!!
This TED Talk answered my life's purpose question I've been haunted by my entire adulthood, until today... I'll be turning 40 by the end of this year! - Thank you!
defines "FAMILY" & "LEADER"
This message of TRUST is critical. Thank you Ted for putting this out here!
I don't know how to prove it, but I surely stood in front of my screen and clapped
that proves that you are a sheep who is easily manipulated
João Castro good one.
+Simon P McCullagh lol says the same person who drinks fluoride water with out thinking its toxic.
Stephenie Martinez are you on e's?
hahaha, I did the same!
Very well said sir. We found bosses around us with full of egos and drama's and no any leader. Bosses should try to become leaders first, people will automatically respect them from the bottom of the heart.
I keep coming back to this talk and it makes me somewhat melancholic. Having now retired from the working environment I so wish that some of the corporate 'leaders' had consider this message Simon communicates. I've worked for some of the largest corporate organisations and certainly never felt safe as could be seen from my CV and the number of times I had been made redundant. I truly hope management has changed but not hopeful.