Put Your Own Oxygen Mask On First: Why The #1 Secret to Effective Leadership Is Practicing Self-Care
We always assume that great leaders only take care of others. But the truth is that the world's best leaders take are of themselves first, SO THAT they can then take care of others.
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Today’s leadership hack comes from Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens U.S., a 160 year old technology and infrastructure company with over 45,000 employees. Barbara has always believed in being able to take care of herself so that she can in turn take care of others. It’s a simple yet practical piece of leadership wisdom that can make you a better leader.
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