Compassionate Leadership
How to Do Hard Things in a Human Way
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A global pandemic, Depression-level unemployment, civil and political unrest—it feels as if the world as we know it is faltering. Through it all, our spirit is being tested. Now more than ever, it's imperative for leaders to demonstrate compassion.
Compassion in leadership improves collaboration, raises levels of trust, and enhances loyalty. Studies also find that compassionate leaders are perceived as stronger and more competent.
But, as founder of Potential Project Rasmus Hougaard and long-time coauthor Jacqueline Carter show in this essential book, most leaders overlook a key leadership truth: compassion on its own is not enough. Being an effective leader often requires giving tough feedback, making hard decisions that disappoint people, and, in some cases, laying people off. Showing compassion in leadership can't come at the expense of wisdom and effectiveness. You need both, and this book shows you how to strike the right balance.
With rich stories and examples based on data from 15,000 leaders in more than 5,000 companies, as well as practical tools and advice, Compassionate Leadership is your indispensable guide to doing the hard work of leadership in a human way.
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Release date
February 28, 2022 -
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OverDrive Listen audiobook
- ISBN: 9781663717573
- File size: 201410 KB
- Duration: 06:59:36
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Languages
- English
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November 29, 2021
The notion that leaders must choose between compassion and strength is a false dichotomy, argue consultants Hougaard and Carter in this timely and practical guide (after The Mind of the Leader). Drawing on data from 5,000 companies and interviews with 350 executives, the authors distill their research into 10 mantras to help leaders do their job “in a human way,” among them “courage over comfort” and “clarity is kindness.” While a few strategies are a bit too broad to be useful (“remember the Golden Rule,” and “give more than you take”), most are actionable, and the plan culminates in a discussion of how to have the tough conversations that inevitably accompany hard decisions. When firing people, for example, leaders might “provide a comprehensive program for helping impacted employees find new jobs, keep their computers, retain share options, and get generous severance,” and mentors should coach mentees to find their own solution rather than solve their problems for them. While the guide lacks the strong voice of precursors such as Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead or Kim Scott’s Radical Candor, the authors’ no-nonsense approach is nonetheless effective in outlining the easy-to-follow program. The result is an accessible, handy reference for those eager to lead with kindness.
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