Leading Thoughts for January 23, 2025

IDEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with:

Coach Phil Jackson on compassion:

“Compassion for all beings—not least of all oneself—is the key to breaking down barriers among people. Now, ‘compassion’ is a word not often bandied about in locker rooms. But I’ve found that a few kind, thoughtful words can have a strong transformative effect on relationships, even with the toughest men on the team.” (Blog Post)

Source: Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success

Coach Tony Dungy on putting people first:

“Instead of asking, how can I lead my company, my team, or my family to a higher level of success? We should be asking ourselves, how do others around me flourish as a result of my leadership? Do they flourish at all? How does my leadership, my involvement in their lives—in whatever setting we’re in—have a positive and lasting influence and impact on them?”

Source: The Mentor Leader: Secrets to Building People and Teams That Win Consistently

Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Find more ideas on the LeadingThoughts index.

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