The Heart of a Leader: How Empathy and Compassion Give You the Advantage

Published: Jan. 11, 2022, 2 a.m.

Who are the best leaders? The ones who inspire their teams to achieve greatness? What qualities do these leaders have? In the corporate world, it can seem that there is a disconnect between management and the employees. But what if we told you there was a better way? We spoke with Wade Thomas about the most important leadership qualities: empathy and compassion. Why are these attributes so vital, and how can you apply them in your own leadership?Wade Thomas is the founder and principal of Aim to Win, a consultancy focused on bringing out the best in high performing individuals, teams, and organizations. Wade has over 20 years of experience in leadership and talent management areas, most recently as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Meritage Homes Corporation. A graduate of Stetson University, he also has an MBA from Indiana University and further executive education from the University of Michigan. He is a true business consultant who believes that championship level individuals and organizations thrive as a result of strategically leveraging their strengths, developing strong habits, and navigating interpersonal dynamics.Read more at petite2queen.com/heart-leader-empathy-compassionSupport the show (https://p2q.link/donate)