I found this article quite resonating – a link between kindness & innovation. It also explicitly calls out that ‘being nice or polite’ is often confused with being kind.
Leading with kindness is simplified with 3 simple behaviours:
1. Always opt for honesty over politeness
2. Don’t just listen, find solutions
3. Lead with empathy and compassion
I have personally been practicing and experiencing the power of this virtue; particularly in fast-paced, high-performing environments there is a higher chance of kindness getting neglected
This World Creativity and Innovation Day 2022; let’s make an attempt to be a little more kind in the spirit to co-build more innovative and creative teams. Especially for those who need YOU to unlock their potential & possibilities around them…