When leaders fail to consistently uphold standards, employees lose motivation to engage.

The key is recognizing parasitic relationships and being brave enough to do something about it.

An authentic leader works to be with their team and those around them for the betterment of all. Not to simply be commensal.

Authentic leaders expend energy when it isn’t required to protect energy when it is needed the most.

The person most fit to carry the responsibilities of a leader is the most humble and willing to serve.

In order to address strife appropriately, it is important to understand what prompts it: selfishness, pride, and self-sufficiency.

Success comes after happiness, not the other way around.

One of the big signs of burn out is when employees who previously shared their thoughts no longer do.

We need to disabuse ourselves of the idea that exposing weakness will cause our followers to lose trust.

What you believe about your people in your inner thoughts dictates how you treat them, which will provide a high or low bar they will reach.

Racism doesn’t happen “out there” - it happens where leaders are. Be the leader that stops it.

It is better to fall forward than to choose to be stagnant or paralyzed.

Employee mental health is a must and will be top of mind for authentic leaders who desire to be with their team.

You’ve heard how we should not return to what has been and embrace the new normal. But what does the new normal look like?

The biggest mistake leaders can make after COVID-19 is to go back to the way things were.

Leaders must be willing to do what’s uncomfortable. If the leader won’t do it, nobody will.

When pink slip fears are running rampant, don’t wait for bad news to start communicating.

Authentic leadership addresses and diverts fear for the benefit of others.

The real reason we are leaders is to coordinate and inspire people. What is the best way to do that? Simple - build relationships.

A successful remote leader will see at least one third of their time dedicated to interacting with their team.