Great leadership is something that everyone knows when they see it. Even so, decades ago, management guru James MacGregor Burns famously wrote, “Leadership is one of the most observed and least ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. If you’ve ever worked for an inspirational leader, you know ...

It’s the end of the year, so you’ve probably started searching for some inspirational quotes to get you prepped for 2024 (as we all do). Instead of relying on the same old quotes, how about something ...

Abraham Lincoln was thrust into a defining moment in American history. His inspirational leadership preserved a nation. Without his leadership, secession in 1860 could have easily led to the ...

The best kind of leadership extends well beyond just making decisions and guiding your organization. One of the most important things you do as a leader is inspire the members of your team and ...

I’m always grateful to have the opportunity to speak with people who are taking action to make the world a better place. This year was no exception and I’m happy to share some of the most inspiring ...

Exceptional organizations know that people are their most valued resource; they motivate employees and recognize excellence. The U.S. Coast Guard, in which I served for 36 years, is an organization ...

Sure you can lead, but can you be an inspiring leader? No matter what level of an organization you are in, anyone can be an inspiring leader. No titles are needed, no supervisory skills required and ...

In the spring of 2009, as the global financial crisis continued to roil markets and businesses, the chief executive of a multinational consulting company called an all-hands teleconference. Revenues ...