Teachers make the best leaders, and they have much to teach us about leadership. Leveraging my experience as an adjunct lecturer I share three lessons I learned teaching Community College students, and how those lessons apply to all types of leaders.

As a leader on the rise, on the make, in transition, or settled in her role, how do you cultivate a leadership style that is aligned with the very best of who you are? The truth is, your values, your persona, your character, your faith, personality, strengths, weaknesses, all inform how you lead others. Here are a few tips to begin your exploration of your style.

Our words leave an indelible print of our time here on earth. Our words can uplift, edify, elevate, or enlighten. Or they can dis-empower, tear down, vilify and condemn. In our spheres of influence, our words leave a legacy that should give us pause before we speak, tweet, post, or share. Learning to harness the power of our words matters so much more when our views become increasingly divergent from one another. As a purpose-driven woman, ensure that you wield the power of your words wisely.