Servant leadership has been called a paradox because ______.

A) it is not a trait but a behavior that can be learned
B) it asks leaders to serve and influence others at the same time
C) it is both a theory and an approach
D) followers grow while being served

Servant leadership is considered a paradox because it requires leaders to both serve their followers and influence them at the same time. It goes against traditional notions of leadership where the leader is seen as the one in control and the followers are expected to obey. In servant leadership, the leader serves the needs of the followers, which in turn helps them grow and become better.