Abstract

Drawing on archival research at Yale Divinity Library, this article examines four original manuscripts by Robert K. Greenleaf that explore themes of identity, responsibility, and personal growth within servant-leadership. Greenleaf emphasizes the primacy of individual character over systems, the paradoxical nature of leadership, and the enduring significance of choice. His reflections on entheos—an inner sense of oneness and rightness—frame leadership as a moral and spiritual journey. By situating these insights within contemporary servant-leadership theory, the article highlights their relevance for business education and leadership practice, inviting readers to engage with Greenleaf’s central question: “What must I do?”

Recommended Citation

Song, Jiying (2025) "What Must I Do? Servant-Leadership and Choice," International Journal of Servant-Leadership: Vol. 19, Article 9.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64749/2160-8172 & 2160-8164.1433
Available at: https://repository.gonzaga.edu/ijsl/vol19/iss1/9