Compassionate leaders know how to connect employees to each other and their organizations. They also know how to empower everyone to do their best work. The world now more than ever is crying out for more compassion in all aspects of our lives. How are you stepping up to lead with compassion?

Humanizing the workforce should be top-of-mind for leaders as we head into 2022. People have been re-evaluating their lives, what they do for a living, where they want to do it and who they work for. It is “emotional connectedness” that will drive improved engagement and productivity. How will you adjust your leadership while we experience the Great Resignation?

The practice of setting daily intentions is a must in order for leaders to be successful. It’s not enough to “think about” making a positive impact on those around you. It takes consistent practice to create a purposeful and intentional life. Those who take the time to hone their leadership mindset by setting intentions before the workday starts, have the best chance to experience amazing outcomes, not only for themselves, but for their teams, their families, and everyone in their sphere of influence.

Effective communication and effective collaboration must be part of a leader’s toolkit. Using collaboration as a leader means your team will be empowered to work together to solve problems, stay engaged, and help innovate new paths to business success. What action are you taking to improve collaboration in your organization?

Emotional intelligence is a skill leaders need to continue to develop and tweak throughout their careers. The world we live in comes with its own set of challenges, and leaders who are committed to being grounded and self-aware will perform more successfully. Is it time for you to have an EQ tune up?

Some leaders are skeptical about using visualization techniques to help them reach their career goals, and that of their organization. Visionary leaders can maximize their effectiveness throughout an organization when they create, plan, and execute a vision that has buy-in from all levels. Are you leveraging the power of visualization to create the leadership legacy you desire?

Curiosity may seem like one of those intangible soft skills. However, it is just as important as being mindful, self-aware, and fostering respectful two-way communication. Without curiosity, you can stifle the way your team reacts and responds to tasks, projects, and your customers. Innovation starts at the top and allowing your people to be curious will enable you and your organization to stay competitive in our ever-changing business landscape.

The art of delegating doesn’t always come easy to leaders. The trick is to learn how to do it effectively, allowing your team to take on tasks and trusting them to deliver great results. Building trust and taking a collaborative approach will help everyone perform at their best while you focus on your people which is your most important asset.