Our values shape what we cherish most, but when we unknowingly expect others to express them exactly as we would, we stifle potential. True leadership means upholding non-negotiable principles while creating space for individual expression. By leaning on and appreciating each individual’s strengths, the whole becomes more vibrant and effective.

Acknowledgment, as research suggests, is a cornerstone in retaining valuable employees, and witnessing genuine recognition in action was heartening.

How am I doing at living up to and fulfilling the terms of honoring the commitments I’ve made to myself?