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Leading Greats #100
Only Heart-driven Leadership inspires commitment. Take the assessment:
Ronnie Kinsey
February 16, 2025
“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”
– John C. Maxwell
On this special day =:> Leading Greats issue #100
I bring you:
Heart Leadership: Leading in a Way That Lasts
Authority can enforce rules, but it won’t inspire people to give their best.
Leadership that resonates is built on trust, care, and shared purpose.
This is what Heart Leadership encompasses -
And what it looks like:
Trust is the foundation of every strong leader. Without it, even the most well-planned strategies fall apart.
People don’t just commit to goals; they commit to those who make them feel psychologically safe and valued.
Heart-led leadership requires making tough decisions, not avoiding them.
The difference is in how they’re made - with fairness, clarity, and an understanding of their impact.
Decisions that overlook people weaken the very culture they aim to strengthen.
Listening isn’t a passive act. It’s creating space for people to share openly, knowing they’ll be understood.
When real conversations stop, so does engagement.
Cultures built on pressure might deliver short-term results, but they drain energy and motivation.
A workplace that prioritizes care encourages ownership, creativity, and sustained excellence. When people feel they belong, they bring their best work.
Respect is earned through consistency, integrity, and presence.
It doesn’t come from authority alone - it comes from how a leader navigates difficult conversations and everyday interactions.
People follow those they trust, not those who demand compliance.
Influence is stronger when it’s built on understanding.
Empathy is a leadership advantage.
Those who understand what drives people can build teams that are engaged, motivated, and resilient.
Great leaders remember more than names.
They recognize ambition, unseen effort, and the personal challenges their team members navigate.
People work differently when they feel recognized for more than their output.
Instead of only tracking performance, check in with, “What’s your biggest challenge right now?”
The right questions don’t just spark better conversations - they open the door to stronger problem-solving.
A thriving workplace keeps people engaged for reasons beyond compensation. When people grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel valued, they stay.
Turnover isn’t always about money - more often, it reflects a leadership gap.
Self-awareness shapes leadership impact. The way a leader handles stress, responds to feedback, and engages daily influences the entire team’s culture.
People absorb more from a leader’s behavior than from any set of expectations.
Your influence isn’t measured by meetings held or policies set. It’s seen in the confidence, growth, and success of those around you.
If people leave your leadership stronger than they came, you’re leading well.
“To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart.”
– Eleanor Roosevelt
Heart Leadership Check-In:
Are You Leading With Impact?
Rate yourself from 1 (Rarely) to 5 (Consistently):
Do people feel comfortable sharing their honest thoughts with me?
Do I navigate hard conversations with both strength and care?
Do I embody the values and behaviors I expect from others?
Do I create an environment where people feel safe to grow?
Do I acknowledge and appreciate effort, not just results?
Do I give feedback that is both direct and constructive?
Do I check in with my team beyond their work tasks?
Do I recognize the human side of every interaction?
Do I follow through on commitments to build trust?
Do I make people feel valued, not just necessary?
Action Step:
Identify one area where you scored the lowest.
Choose a deliberate action to improve it this week.
Leadership grows in the small, intentional choices made daily.
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