Leadership

"Great leaders bring a combination of extraordinary talent and…humility. They bring a clear vision…and drive relentlessly toward this vision." — Iris Chen

Kathy Caprino ON Leadership

Founder & President, Ellia Communications, Inc.

Q: How can someone who is not in a traditional position of leadership, still inspire a shared vision in her workplace or community?

A: I believe that within each and every one of us is the potential for inspiring leadership, regardless of one’s sphere of influence at any given moment in time. As Betsy Myers -- President Clinton’s senior adviser on women’s issues and as the COO of President Obama’s 2008 Campaign, shares in her great book Take the Lead, leadership today is not ... READ MORE »

Alle Fister ON Leadership

Principal, Bollare Communications

Q: What are 3 characteristics that you believe define great leadership?

A: Motivator, Servant and Strategist READ MORE »

Jennifer Caserta ON Leadership

Executive Vice President & General Manager, IFC

Q: What are 3 characteristics that you believe define great leadership?

A: As a leader it’s your responsibility to set a course for your business and remind everyone where they are along the journey. Point to the end goal and keep everyone on track. Hire people who have talents and skills different from your own. Own the rights and the wrongs. Celebrate your successes but also own up to your failures and ... READ MORE »

Martha Ringer ON Leadership

Owner, Martha Ringer

Q: Who is a leader that you have great respect for and why?

A: The leaders that inspire me are those who demonstrate what they teach and are willing to put their bodies on the line. Their presence is calm, authentic, real, thoughtful, and they actually do what they say. Their gift is allowing others to learn what they need to learn even if it looks like it is off course. John-Roger. Founder and Spiritual ... READ MORE »

Noha Waibsnaider ON Leadership

Founder & CEO, Peeled Snacks

Q: Who is a leader that you have great respect for and why?

A: Madonna. She’s the most impressive businesswoman I know, who continually manages to reinvent her products in order to stay current. She’s also an amazing dancer. READ MORE »

Stephanie Newby ON Leadership

Managing Director, Golden Seeds

Q: What are 3 characteristics that you believe define great leadership?

A: A great leader does not need authority to define her as a leader. She exercises leadership and is recognized as a leader through influence. A great leader does not have a big ego. She does not need power to define herself. A great leader welcomes the opportunity to serve others, being willing to do the smallest most humble things. For example, I ... READ MORE »