While reading the article How to Live With Purpose, Identify Your Values and Improve Your Leadership, I was reminded of my current boss and the way he demonstrates leadership through his values. He leads with his values at the forefront, showing clarity in his goals while also ensuring his employees feel supported in achieving theirs. For example, in a recent meeting, he ended by asking whether I felt overwhelmed with the workload he had assigned for the week. This reflected his compassion and empathy, as he genuinely wants employees to feel comfortable sharing how they are doing.

He also places strong emphasis on honesty and open communication within the company. He often reminds us that our relationship is reciprocal and that leadership is not just about him giving directions, but about learning from one another. This mindset is what makes him a good leader in my eyes. He has become one of my favorite supervisors because he leads with both his heart and his mind. I know he has the best interests of his team in mind, which creates a stronger bond between his company.

The article says, “On a leadership level, when we align with our values on a daily basis, we have more energy and feel more fulfilled because we are leading from what’s important to us.” I believe my boss exemplifies this, as he is deeply committed to his work and the people he leads. After more than 40 years in the business, he continues to approach his role with passion and purpose, which inspires those of us who work alongside him.

Loehr, Anne. “How to Live with Purpose, Identify Your Values and Improve Your Leadership.” HuffPost, HuffPost, 7 Dec. 2017, www.huffpost.com/entry/how-to-live-with-purpose_b_5187572.