35. Be a Compassionate Leader

There are some days when it can feel really heavy to be a leader. When you commit to serving others, it also comes with a sense that you’re right there with them in what they face. It can be natural to feel so empathetic to your team members’ concerns or problems that you take them on as your own, which can lead to exhaustion and burnout. Compassionate leadership is a proactive approach to leadership—with serving your team always in mind. This episode provides tips on how to develop a compassionate leadership approach in how you lead your team and yourself. Your One Bold Move: Move from empathy to action. Focus on serving others. Do this because you believe in your own potential and the potential of those around you.