The role of a leader isn’t just to give orders—it’s to make their team better as they go. Those who lead with purpose prioritize taking care of their people, their customers, and their community while juggling the demands facing their organization. It’s not easy, but it’s worth it: Connecting our work to a deeper sense of meaning helps us perform better, gain energy, and more easily shift into a state of learning. It also makes us more tolerant in the face of uncertainty, write Jacqueline Brassey, Aaron De Smet, and Michiel Kruyt in the forthcoming book, Deliberate Calm. Want to learn how to focus in on what’s important? Explore our insights for more on how to lead, and preorder Deliberate Calm for a guide to the essential skill of staying steady, even in tough times.
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