Your job as a leader is to leave people better than you found them. Whether someone stays for two years or ten, the real measure is simple: did they grow while working with you? Are they more capable, more confident, and more prepared for what comes next because of how you led, coached, and supported them? The skill of Developing Others Through Coaching and Feedback is anchored by the CORE Leadership Qualities of Compassion + Conviction.

The skill of Building Genuine Rapport With Others is the heart of the Compassion CORE Leadership Quality in action. It is neither soft nor performative, but deeply personal and real. Strong leaders understand this and build relational capital with intention and consistency, knowing it is the foundation of trust and long-term impact.

Anchored by the Clarity + Compassion CORE Leadership Qualities, the skill of Being Clear On Expectations and Goals for Growth is essential to planning and communicating a path forward. Growth only happens when people know what is expected of them and why it’s important.

The skill of Communicating a Compelling Case is anchored by the Confidence + Clarity CORE Leadership Qualities. This skill isn’t about making noise, upselling an idea, or drowning people in data. It’s about confidence (believing the message matters and standing behind it), and clarity (making it simple enough for others to understand, believe, and act on).

The 4 CORE Leadership Qualities are the building blocks that ground a leader’s mindset and approach. The 6 CORE Leadership Skills are their expression. These skills translate intention into action, making leadership tangible, repeatable, and impactful, especially in times of complexity and change. The first CORE Leadership Skill we’ll delve into is Having the Tough Conversations. Confidence + Conviction are the two CORE Leadership Qualities that anchor this skill.