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I made a huge mistake in my first leadership role. I treated every team member exactly the same way. What worked for my more senior employees completely frustrated the younger ones. And what motivated my Millennial teammates made the Boomers uncomfortable. Here's what I learned: Great leaders don't use a one-size-fits-all approach. Some team members want daily feedback. Others prefer monthly check-ins. Some want detailed instructions. Others need creative freedom. Some love collaborative brainstorming. Others do their best thinking alone. The secret? Get to know each person as an individual. Ask them: • When they do their best work • How they prefer to communicate • What support they need to succeed • What kind of feedback helps them grow Because leadership isn't about your style. It's about adapting to help each person thrive. The best teams aren't built on treating everyone equally. They're built on treating everyone individually. That's when people feel seen and valued. And that's when everyone wins. What's your best tip for leading different generations? ♻️ Repost to help a leader in your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on inclusive leadership. Want PDFs of this and my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com

Most people rely on 1 or 2 ways of thinking. But the smartest people? They use all 7. Let me show you what makes the difference. 💡 Critical Thinking is where it all starts. It means asking questions before believing things. Checking if something is really true. Not just accepting what you hear. Think of it as your truth detector. Without it, you risk making bad decisions based on wrong information. 💡 Analytical Thinking helps you solve big problems by breaking them into smaller pieces. Like solving a puzzle, one piece at a time. Suddenly, what seemed impossible becomes totally doable. 💡 Creative Thinking helps when the usual way doesn't work anymore. It's about seeing new connections. Finding fresh solutions. Thinking differently than everyone else. This is where breakthroughs happen. 💡 Abstract Thinking is about seeing the big picture. While others focus on tiny details, you see how everything connects. You spot patterns others miss. You understand deeper meanings. 💡 Concrete Thinking keeps your feet on the ground. It's about facts you can see and measure. Real things, not just ideas. This turns dreams into reality. 💡 Convergent Thinking finds the best answer. When there's one right solution, this helps you find it fast. Like following clues to solve a mystery. 💡 Divergent Thinking creates lots of options. One problem, many solutions. No idea is too wild at first. More choices mean better decisions. What most people don't realize is... You already have all 7 thinking styles. You just need to practice using them. How? Try this: ➟ Question what you hear (Critical) ➟ Break big tasks into steps (Analytical)   ➟ Ask "what if?" more often (Creative) ➟ Look for patterns in life (Abstract) ➟ Focus on facts first (Concrete) ➟ Find the best solution (Convergent) ➟ Think of many options (Divergent) The best leaders switch between these styles like changing gears in a car. They know which one to use and when. Your brain is more powerful than you think. Most people only use a fraction of it. Start practicing all 7 styles. Watch how much smarter you become. Not because you changed. But because you finally used what was always there. P.S. Which of the 7 is most valuable? I'd love to hear your thoughts 👇 ♻️ Repost to help someone improve their thinking. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on self-mastery. Want a PDF of my Thinking Styles cheat sheet? Get it free: BrillianceBrief.com

Most people think kindness = weakness. They're dead wrong. Kind leaders aren't pushovers. They're powerhouses. The best ones: ✅ Fire toxic top performers ✅ Say no to protect their team ✅ Push you harder than anyone ✅ Own their mistakes publicly They just do it with respect. And the result? → People actually want to show up → Teams solve problems faster → They stay through tough times → Work gets done without drama I've worked for both types of leaders. The kind ones and the screamers. The yellers? People did the bare minimum. The kind ones? We broke every record. Think about it: Being kind takes more strength than being cruel. Anyone can shout. Few can listen. Anyone can blame. Few can protect. Anyone can intimidate. Few can inspire. The leaders who changed my life weren't soft. They were steel wrapped in velvet. And they got results that made the yellers look weak. The old way is dying. The future belongs to those who get it: The strongest leaders lead with kindness. What kind of leader will you be? ♻️ Repost if kind leaders changed your life too. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on kind leadership. Want PDFs of my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com

You can have a 150 IQ and still fail as a leader. Because the smartest person in the room isn't always the most influential. What separates great leaders from good ones? Emotional intelligence. And it's not some trait you're born with. It's a muscle you can build. I've watched brilliant executives crash and burn. Not because they lacked strategy. But because they couldn't read the room. (Or themselves.) Meanwhile, I've seen first-time managers inspire extraordinary results. Their secret? They mastered the invisible skills: → Sensing the team's unspoken emotions → Creating safety in tough conversations → Turning conflict into collaboration Your team doesn't follow your logic. They follow how you make them feel. That promotion you want? It's not about working harder. It's about connecting deeper. The best part? These skills take minutes to practice. But deliver results for years. Because when you master EQ, you don't just lead tasks. You lead hearts. And hearts move mountains. ♻️ Repost to help others build their EQ. P.S. Today is World EQ Day! I'm going live at noon Eastern Time / 9 am Pacific Time with Sereen Abu Maizar and Joshua Freedman to share real-world EQ strategies that (actually) work. Come celebrate with us. Hit ATTEND here: https://lnkd.in/eYgAWSWK See you there! #EQDAY

Your greatest ROI isn’t in stocks or real estate. It’s in skills you carry for life. 16 skills that'll pay you back forever: Being decisive Thinking on your feet Being easy to work with Managing your time well Staying calm under pressure Building strong relationships Resolving conflicts peacefully Staying positive and optimistic Managing your money smartly Expressing your thoughts clearly Asking for help when you need it Selling, negotiating, and persuading Setting boundaries with toxic people Listening to understand, not just to reply Having emotional intelligence and empathy Continuously learning and developing yourself If you had to bet on one thing in 2025… Bet on you. ♻ Repost to help someone in your network. Follow Justin Wright for more on self-improvement. P.S. What other life-changing skill would you add?

80% of people work harder when they feel appreciated. Let that sink in. Recognizing your people isn't just nice to do. It's a must-do. Why? Because when employees feel valued: • Their motivation skyrockets • Their job satisfaction climbs • Your team's output improves • Your company's results thrive But here's the secret: Recognition needs to be: ➟ Genuine ➟ Frequent It's best when it comes from: ➟ Managers ➟ Company Leaders It's not just about giving praise. It's about showing genuine gratitude for their efforts and contributions. 6 ways you can recognize your team today:   1. Say thank you, even for small things. 2. Write personal notes to show you care. 3. Listen to your team's ideas and feedback. 4. Share success stories in meetings or emails. 5. Check in regularly and ask how they're doing. 6. Give awards or bonuses for big achievements. These steps build trust and help everyone feel valued. Remember, recognition is more than a pat on the back. It's a powerful tool to: ➡️ inspire ➡️ engage and ➡️ retain your team. Start today. Make recognition a habit. ♻️ Repost to inspire leaders in your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on inclusive leadership. P.S. Have you noticed the impact of recognition at work?

Good people don't leave jobs. They leave bad leaders. 11 Laws of Effective Leadership: 1. Lead yourself first ↳ Model the behavior you want from your team. 2. Hire great people, then step aside ↳ Don't micromanage. Empower your team. 3. Be ready to roll up your sleeves ↳ Show you're willing to dive in when needed. 4. Communicate clearly, consistently & often ↳ Keep everyone informed, aligned, and engaged. 5. Gather input, decide, and take action ↳ Avoid analysis paralysis. Move forward. 6. Prioritize deep work over shallow meetings ↳ Respect and protect your team's time. 7. Give frequent feedback & recognition ↳ Do it daily, not just once a year. 8. Deal with toxic behavior swiftly ↳ Nip negativity in the bud to keep the team healthy. 9. Focus on high-impact work ↳ Set clear goals and prioritize. 10. Take time off & encourage your team to ↳ Model and promote a healthy balance. 11. Invest in your team's growth ↳ Help them develop skills and advance their careers. 90% of leadership is how you show up. Master these 11 laws to show up strong. Want to be a great leader? Start by being a great example. ♻️ Repost to help others become effective leaders. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on leadership. P.S. What would you add to the list? Want my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com

Good people don't leave companies. They leave toxic managers. Ever had a boss who made work miserable? You’re not alone. And it’s not okay. A bad manager can crush morale fast. And the damage? It spreads silently. 🚨 Watch out for the signs:  1. Poor or unclear communication  2. No empathy or understanding  3. Creating fear instead of safety  4. Taking credit for others' work  5. Micromanaging every move  6. Refusing to grow or change  7. Inconsistent decisions  8. No vision or direction  9. Playing favorites 10. Blaming others These aren't just bad habits. They’re red flags. And if you ignore them, you risk losing your best people. The best leaders do the opposite: ✅ Share credit ✅ Stay consistent ✅ Show empathy ✅ Trust their team ✅ Embrace growth ✅ Own their mistakes ✅ Share a clear vision ✅ Treat everyone fairly ✅ Take full responsibility ✅ Create psychological safety Because leadership isn't about control. It's about empowering others to do their best work. Stop normalizing bad management. Start demanding better leadership. ♻️ Repost to help raise the bar on leadership. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on healthy cultures. Want PDFs of my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com (Video credit: Unknown. DM for attribution)

Happy at work? These 8 phrases might be why. The culture can make your job fulfilling or draining. In a healthy culture, certain phrases stand out. They reflect values like: ➟ Trust  ➟ Growth  ➟ Respect  ➟ Recognition When you hear these phrases, you feel valued. You feel safe to share ideas and learn from mistakes. You feel supported to collaborate and succeed. These phrases create a positive environment. One where people lift each other up. A healthy workplace culture is powerful. It starts with the words leaders choose. Leaders, choose phrases that: ➟ Build trust ➟ Empower ➟ Inspire ➟ Unite Words have the power to shape your team's success. Use them wisely. Use them often. And always be sincere. Be the leader who brings out greatness. ♻️ Agree? Repost to inspire someone in your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on leadership. P.S. What phrase would you add to the list?

I was a terrible leader when I first started. I thought being the boss meant: Having all the answers. Never admitting mistakes. Being the hero for your team. Boy, was I wrong. The best lesson I learned? Leadership isn't about being perfect. It's about being real. Putting your people first. Having the confidence to trust. And the humility to know you're not always right. One day, I messed up. Bad. I gathered the team and said: "I made the wrong call. Here's what I learned." And something incredible happened. People opened up. Trust deepened. Ideas flowed. The team got stronger. Why? Because when you lead with humility and humanity, you give others permission to do the same. 9 signs of an inspiring leader: ➟ Put your people first ➟ Stay humble ➟ Share your vision clearly ➟ Listen with real empathy ➟ Treat people like people ➟ Admit when you don't know ➟ Ask for feedback (and use it) ➟ Own your mistakes ➟ Trust your team None of that requires a title. Just courage. Because at the end of the day, people won’t remember your flawless slides or 5-year strategy. They’ll remember how you made them feel. What kind of leader do you want to be remembered as? ♻️ Agree? Repost to help other leaders. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on leadership. Want my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com

Kindness is underrated. Most people only notice it when it's missing. And that's exactly why it separates real leaders from everyone else. I know VPs who couldn't lead a team of two. And entry-level employees who inspire everyone around them. The difference? It's not skills Not experience. Not talent. It's kindness. Leadership without kindness is just power. And power without kindness always fails. The strongest teams aren't built on: — The title in your email signature — The brand of your clothes — The size of your office — The car you drive They're built on how you make people feel. Want to know someone's real character? Watch how people treat others when they think no one's looking. That's who they truly are. And who they'll always be. The best leaders: — Build trust with kindness — Create loyalty with kindness — Multiply talent with kindness — Inspire greatness with kindness Because leadership isn't about who bows to your title. It's about how you lift others up, regardless of theirs. Kindness isn't weakness. It's strength in its purest form. And it's the only currency that grows in value when you give it away. True respect isn't selective. It's a way of being. Make it yours. ♻️ Repost to inspire a leader in your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on leading with heart. Thanks!

Some people will drain your energy while saying they have your best interest at heart. Others will build your success without ever mentioning their role in it. Learn to spot the difference. Because to reach your next level of success... It's not just about working harder or being smarter. It's about being brave enough to guard your energy like it's your most valuable asset. Let go of connections that: 🚫 Drain your spirit 🚫 Take without giving 🚫 Question your ambitions 🚫 Diminish your achievements Build relationships with those who: ✅ Share opportunities freely ✅ Challenge you to grow ✅ Celebrate your wins ✅ Have your back One true supporter is worth more than a hundred hollow connections. Your time is limited. Your energy is precious. Your potential is vast. Choose your circle carefully. Because the people around you today shape who you'll become tomorrow. You deserve people who fight for your success even when you're not in the room. Accept nothing less. ♻️ Agree? Repost to share with your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more like this. Want my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com

I used to think teamwork was just about getting things done. Boy, was I wrong. In my first leadership role, I pushed hard. We hit every deadline. But the energy was off. People looked drained. Disconnected. Done, but not proud. That’s when it hit me: A group of people working together isn’t a team. It’s just individuals sharing a calendar. Real teams are built on something deeper: ✅ Trust that has your back ✅ Respect that values your voice ✅ Care that sees you as a person (not just an employee) So I changed how I showed up. I started listening more. Asking questions that weren’t about work. Showing appreciation without a reason. The outcome? 💡 More ideas 😊 More smiles 🤝 More support And yes, more results. We weren’t just working together. We were in it together. Look... You can force people to collaborate. But you can’t force them to care. That part is earned. By how you show up. True teams are built on relationships, not just results. 💬 What’s your #1 tip for building real team trust? ♻️ Enjoy this? Repost to help a leader in your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on teamwork.

No one promotes you to become a leader. They promote you because you already are one. Let that sit for a second. Leadership isn’t a title. It’s not a LinkedIn headline. And it’s definitely not something you wait for. It’s what you do. Before the promotion. Before the recognition. Before the raise. Leadership is: ➟ How you think ➟ How you show up ➟ How you treat people ➟ How you respond under pressure No one taps you on the shoulder and says, “Okay, now you’re allowed to lead.” You decide. Then you act. And funny enough? That’s exactly when the titles start catching up. Here’s how real leaders get noticed: — They take initiative — They speak up when it’s uncomfortable — They give credit and take responsibility — They elevate others, not just themselves — They lead before they’re given authority You don’t need a big title to lead. You need a bigger mindset. Start with how you behave today. In meetings. On projects. With your peers. When nobody’s watching. Because if you’re waiting for permission to lead? You’re already behind. Lead now. The rest will follow. P.S. What’s one way you’ve shown leadership without the title? ♻️ Repost to inspire a future leader in your network. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on leadership. Want PDFs of my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com

Power doesn’t make you a leader. (What you do with it does.) The truth hits hard: A boss takes what they need. A leader creates what everyone needs. Look closely at any thriving team. You’ll spot the difference instantly. Bosses: ➟ Command through position ➟ Guard resources like secrets ➟ Take credit for others' wins ➟ Stand above the team ➟ Demand loyalty True leaders: ➟ Inspire through action ➟ Share openly and freely ➟ Give credit where it's due ➟ Stand alongside their team ➟ Earn trust through words & actions It’s never about power. It’s about empowerment. Not about being first in line, but making sure no one’s left behind. Not about drinking alone, but making the well bigger for everyone. Because when you lead with service, people follow with passion. When you clear the path for others, they’ll move mountains for you. Your example doesn’t just influence. It multiplies. Choose wisely. Be the leader you'd want to follow. ♻️ Repost if you believe in true leadership. Follow Justin Wright for more leadership insights. P.S. Have you seen the difference between a boss and a leader in your workplace? Video credit: Millionaire Mentor

Promoting a toxic manager is a huge mistake. → It starts with ignoring bad behavior. Toxic managers can ruin your team and culture long before you see the damage in numbers. Leaders, do this instead: 💡 Address toxic behavior, no matter the performance. Protect your best people and your culture. This approach will keep your team strong, and ensure long-term success. Don't let short-term gains blind you. Your company’s future depends on it. ♻ Agree? Repost to share this with your network. Follow Justin Wright for more on leadership. P.S. Have you ever seen a toxic person get promoted just because they "made their numbers"?

Being easy to work with costs $0. (But it's rare and valuable.) It's the one thing that can't be taught in school. Yet it's what everyone looks for in a teammate. Want to move up in your career? The real secret isn't just what you know. It's how you make others feel working with you. Want to become who others fight to have on their team? Be someone who: ➟ Solves problems instead of just pointing them out ➟ Remembers the small details about people's lives ➟ Delivers without needing constant reminders ➟ Stays calm when everything is falling apart ➟ Speaks honestly, but with kindness People who are easy to work with: ✅ Build trust that lasts through hard times ✅ Get asked to join career-changing projects ✅ Make connections that open hidden doors  ✅ Receive feedback that helps them grow faster People who are hard to work with: 🚫 Miss opportunities that require collaboration 🚫 Create friction that slows everyone down 🚫 Get left out of important conversations 🚫 Burn bridges they'll need later The truth is... Your attitude matters more than your resume. You can be the smartest, most talented person. But the finest talent without a good attitude is like a Ferrari without fuel. Impressive to look at, but it won't take you anywhere. In the end, people don't just hire skills. They choose humans they want to spend time with. Be that human. ♻️ Repost if this resonates with you. 🔖 Follow Justin Wright for more on career growth. Want my 80 best cheat sheets? Get them free: BrillianceBrief.com