Foundations for Leadership Success

Although several of the concepts discussed in Simon Sinek's TED Talk have been around in various forms for some time, Sinek succinctly and adeptly crystallizes everything down to one simple point: Leaders must be clear about the "why" of what they are doing. If they start with a belief in their "why," then others who share common beliefs around the same "why" will buy from them. Starting with your own personal "why" is critical to the iterative leadership process. Once you are clear on your "why", you must take full responsibility for, and place equal value and importance on the "how." Creating more conscious, compassionate, and authentic leaders is an experiential process that is honed over time. It begins with an inside-out approach to leadership and is shaped and influenced by their perceptions and experiences. Starting with the "why" (the innermost part of the inside-out work) builds a solid foundation for holistic and sustainable leadership.