A crisis doesn’t change the need for quality communication, just the timing of it.

We leaders set the bar in every facet of our spheres of influence, including joy.

Leaders who do not make time to set personal defaults driven by internal values will always be in a crisis.

If you’re in a hurry, by default you are not a good leader.

Self-denial is self-awareness.

Authentic leaders know leadership is not solely about the leader.

Authentic leaders give the gift of relationship.

Character carries you when capability can’t.

How you choose to be grateful (or not) influences the gratitude of others around you.

We all matter and authentic leaders take the time to show others how much they matter.

Leadership may truly trust their people, yet if they aren’t engaged and present the end result will be mistrust.

Find those who are headed in the same direction as your goals. Connect with them. Accept their guidance. Pass it on.

Authentic leaders choose to seek out good and speak gratitude to those for whom they don’t always feel thankful.

Humanity is to work for humanity. True authentic leaders work for the humans entrusted to their care.

Individuals who compare themselves to others are not fit to be leaders.

Leaders who don’t share their blessings have lost the foundational concept of leadership: being with others.

Those in power positions should first exert power over themselves. Self control is vital to successful leadership.

No authentic leader lacks manners.

The habit of careless and critical comments eventually fosters an irreverent and critical spirit.

Never lose the ability to truly see your people.