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Leading with kindness

For some leaders, leadership is all about being firm, strong, and having people do what you say. They see kindness as a weakness. Being kind isn't a leadership weakness. Great leaders find real strength in kindness. The leaders that are really thriving are those who create a culture of open communication, employee feedback, and acts of kindness. 

Leading with kindness encourages people to be open-minded and embrace new ideas. A lot of it comes down to trust. When leaders show kindness, they build trust, create happier, motivated employees, who are inspired to produce better results.

When you lead with kindness, you’re creating an atmosphere where people feel valued and respected. This doesn’t mean you should avoid difficult conversations. It’s about treating people with respect, even when you’re delivering difficult feedback. Kind leadership is not just about what you say - it's about how you say it. Great leaders communicate their kindness through their actions as well as their words.


There is no self-seeking in kind leadership, no doing something for effect, no desire for recognition or praise, no thought of reward of any kind. It is done intentionally, prompted by the desire to be a kinder and more motivational leader. The world does not know how much it owes to the common kindnesses of great leaders. 

No doubt there is selfishness in the hearts of some leaders, but it is self-serving behavior that makes them a weak leader. The majority of leaders have sympathy in them which does not fail to respond when another's needs touch them. 




6 Tips to Help You Be a Kinder Leader

1. Set clear expectations

2. Encourage growth

3. Give honest feedback

4. Be transparent

5. Communicate constantly

6. Treat people like people


According to a Harvard Business Review study, organizations with a strong culture of kindness have a 22% higher profitability rate.  Kindness in leadership isn't just about being nice; it's about creating a culture of kindness, respect, and synergy. It is a basic fundamental principle of human decency, compassion, and understanding. When you lead with kindness, you unlock the door to potential benefits for yourself, your team, and your organization.



Brad Hanson is an experienced management consultant, master sales and leadership trainer, and a keynote speaker with 50 years of sales and leadership experience. 

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