I believe leadership – true, impactful leadership – is a blend of being poised and powerful. But what does that really mean for us, today, in our lives and careers or businesses?

Empathy can transform your leadership approach, making it more inclusive, adaptive, and impactful. It's about leveraging that emotional intelligence to not just achieve goals but to enrich and uplift those around you.

By embracing our role as perpetual students of life, we open ourselves up to limitless possibilities for learning and growth. It takes humility and self-awareness to admit that there is always room for improvement.

Do you trust your intuition? Or do you dismiss or deny it because you don't like what it is telling you? I’ve learned along the way to lean into that inner guidance and to hear the way it communicates to me, and it has made a huge difference in how I make decisions or perceive situations.

Leading unapologetically means embracing your authentic self and fearlessly stepping into your role as a leader. It means owning your strengths, weakness and unique perspectives without feeling the need to conform or apologize for who you are.

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