Leading From the Heart: When Everyday Life Becomes Extraordinary Leadership Growing up, life's challenges—health issues, family crises, financial strain—forged the leader within me. Resilience, empathy, and resourcefulness weren't learned in a classroom, but through real-world experience. These hardships became my leadership training. Ever wonder why your leadership feels ineffective? Why doesn't respect match your title? True leadership isn't a switch you flip on and off. It's living your values. Just as I couldn't compartmentalize my challenges, I couldn't separate my responses. The resilience I gained from health struggles became the foundation of my leadership, enabling me to persevere and inspire others. "Do as I say, not as I do" creates disconnect, not leadership. Like parenting, where modeling is more effective than dictating, leadership is about inspiring through action. My experience navigating family crises taught me decisive act...