I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • Empathy

    Empathy

    The ability to empathize and sense shifts in mood of your followers is what makes a good leader. What do you think makes a good leader? Comment to let me…

  • Purpose

    A good leader centers purpose during uncertainty.

  • Notice

    A good leader notices when morale shifts and responds in an appropriate way.

  • Autonomy Support

    A good leader invites accountability and accepts it fully. An example of this was when my manager at Kohl’s asked us each every week, “What did you commit to last…

  • Passion

    A passion for doing the right thing makes a good leader. What do you think makes a good leader? Comment to let me know!

  • Boundary

    A good leader sets boundaries that protect energy and focus. An example of a beneficial boundary a good leader may set is them dedicating a certain amount of time to…

  • Consistent

    A good leader remains consistent under stress. They can exhibit this consistency in a number of ways. Great leaders provide clear, consistent communication, and they equip people with the tools…

  • Adjusts

    A good leader adjusts style based on people, not ego.

  • Guides

    A good leader gives constructive feedback that guides rather than shames. What do you think makes a good leader? Comment to let me know!

  • Casual But Serious

    A good leader makes people feel seen, not managed. They listen to the ideas of their team, and speaks to them as equals, not as followers. My old boss of…