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In my career of leadership, it’s evident to me that certain qualities, characteristics, and skills can be trained; others are more innate. In having a consistent professional record of being able to maintain, retain, train and continue long-lasting meaningful relationships, I can say 3 things stand out most. 

1) Authenticity – Are you being real? 

2)  Candor – Are you being honest/transparent?

3) Integrity – Are you being consistent? 

Seemingly simple I know, yet not really. When we look just beneath the surface. These three qualities in any leadership setting can often shape a working environment. We are all just humans at the core and often we will miss some details of our experiences. What I have found however, is that we will never forget how a person makes us feel. It’s how we base our associations and connections off of. “They were so kind, I like them” or “They were always there when I needed them, I can trust them;” even, “They didn’t know but were willing to help me figure it out, I can come to them.”  Any of this sound familiar? Whether an inner monologue or greatest wish, these are some common things we hope to either convey or hear. In my approach, I pair my philosophy in each of these qualities with a person-centered lens to make you the strongest leader I know you can be.