Stewardship: Choosing Service Over Self-Interest

This revised and expanded edition presents a guide to business leadership that proposes a new approach to organizational governance. Block argues that most organizations continue to rely on patriarchy and control, which stifles initiative and alienates workers from their roles. He calls for a fundamental shift in how power, privilege, and financial control are distributed within organizations. Block defines stewardship as accountability for an organization's well-being through service rather than control of others. This edition includes a new introduction reflecting on changes and continuities over the twenty years since original publication, plus a new chapter on applying stewardship principles to community benefit. The book discusses how stewardship affects various organizational functions and departments, and provides practical guidance for implementing these changes.