Inspiration can energize a team, but influence drives action. Here’s why every leader needs both to turn vision into commitment and ideas into real progress.

Abraham Lincoln was thrust into a defining moment in American history. His inspirational leadership preserved a nation. Without his leadership, secession in 1860 could have easily led to the ...

A leader is the one who directs the right path and helps one achieve their goals. Whether you wish to guide a community, seek ...

Over time, I have observed 10 conditions that determine whether inspiration and aspiration translate into outcomes or quietly dissolve.

“If it’s to be, it’s up to me.” That is the philosophy that has guided Dan Nielsen, founder, CEO and publisher of America’s Healthcare Leaders, throughout his professional career. A quintessential ...

Exceptional organizations know that people are their most valued resource; they motivate employees and recognize excellence. The U.S. Coast Guard, in which I served for 36 years, is an organization ...

Sure you can lead, but can you be an inspiring leader? No matter what level of an organization you are in, anyone can be an inspiring leader. No titles are needed, no supervisory skills required and ...

Creative inspiration can sometimes be a difficult resource to come by. It’s often difficult to think of ways to innovate, navigate challenges or simply make needed decisions when your creative well ...

At industry conferences, look past the main stage for sources of thought leadership inspiration. When attorneys attend industry conferences, it is not unusual for them to draw inspiration for future ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The 5th annual LA Times Studios Inspirational Women Forum & Leadership Awards took place on November 13, 2025, at ...

At events, a hallway conversation can turn into a million-dollar product. A speaker session can spark a management tweak that changes the company culture. There’s no limit to what—or where—your next ...