Re-Thinking Humility

Today’s leaders face unprecedented challenges whether they are leading a government agency, a non-profit or a corporation. Add to that a pandemic, evolving technologies, demanding consumers and disagreeing citizens just make it more difficult than ever to lead. Instead of looking for new approaches to leadership, Re-Thinking Humility suggests that we need to get ‘back to the basics’ with what some refer to as the most important virtue of all – humility. It’s not just present in our greatest leaders, it’s essential. And, it’s a more nuanced concept that suggests a framework to transform the way we live and lead.
Humble leaders step back from the spotlight, put others first, they’re accurate in assessing their abilities and they open themselves to influence by others.
In short, humble leaders build cultures that promote psychological safety, encourage participation and increase employee engagement. Arrogance, selfishness, self-promotion and close-mindedness may get you to the top…they don’t keep you there or get you the results that create cultures that are built to last.

Re-Thinking Humility explores the answers to questions such as:

What is humility?
How might we get more of it?
How can it make us better leaders?
Who can we look to for examples of humility?
What are the consequences of too much of it?
How do we develop and nurture this strength?

At just over 80 pages, Re-Thinking Humility was written for the busy executive. It’s full of relevant stories, scientific research and simple tips that you can implement immediately to become a better leader, a better team member and a better person.