“Kind leadership is effective leadership. Bonnie Hayden Cheng masterfully makes the case that kindness isn't a nice-to-have but a must-have for today's managers and executives. She includes fascinating research and first-person accounts from leaders that detail the surprising and unexpected benefits of kindness. This book should be required reading for anyone who is responsible for leading people, teams, and organizations, and will be especially transformative for those who are eager to drive positive change.”
“One word, "wow". This book is incredibly interesting, grounded, and well-written. More than that, this book is highly important. It can truly make a huge difference in taking leadership and organizations to the next level -- great success, with great kindness.”
“If you are a leader of any kind, this needs to be at the top of your reading list. Through her research and insight, Bonnie Hayden Cheng debunks the myth that kindness is a weaker form of leadership, shows us once and for all that people perform better when led with kindness, and that employee wellbeing is intrinsically linked with corporate wellness. Valuing and caring for people can transform an organization, and quite possibly the world. Thank you, Bonnie, for putting this important research at the forefront so that all leaders can learn and grow from it.”
“Bonnie Hayden Cheng expertly weaves together solid research with poignant interviews and a how-to guide in a delightful journey of kind awakening. A great read for leaders at all levels of an organization!”
“At a time of great need we now have a book on leadership that walks leaders through why and how the basic tenet of humanity – kindness – serves as the premise of great leadership and great companies. Kindness is not a weakness, but a leadership superpower. Bonnie Hayden Cheng presents the data, profiles successful leaders, and offers practical tips for leaders to incorporate kindness into their daily practice to generate greater returns. A wonderful read, and an insightful resource to have at your fingertips.”
“This book is incredibly timely and important. It is wonderfully written bridging data, storytelling, and accounts from global leaders on why kind leadership is the only sustainable way forward. It will make you rethink the meaning of kind leadership, its critical role in business strategy and provides actionable advice for all leaders on how to make needed change to their leadership.”