One of the most important keys to leading a team is creating an environment of trust. Merriam-Webster defines trust as an “assured reliance on the character, ability, strength or truth of someone or something.” Why is trust important to job satisfaction? People prosper when they know their efforts are appreciated and their work is meaningful. MORE >>

Merriam-Webster’s dictionary lists several definitions for the word relationship. The term is generally used to denote family ties, but it’s also used as a state of connecting or binding participants. Actions that bring people together and bind them in a common cause are key to building effective relationships. for their success. MORE >>

By Tim Eyre. Our culture has become increasingly obsessed with perfection. You see it everywhere. It’s pervasive in the entertainment industry, as depictions of celebrities contribute to an unattainable idea of what beauty really is. In fact (dare I say it?), failure can even be a good thing. To be sure, all failures are not created equally. MORE >>

The original idea for starting Lead on Purpose was a recognition that product managers have the need to lead (inspire, motivate, guide) people who do not report them. Their success depends, to a large extent, on people in other parts of the organization. The PMs who take a leadership approach to their job have the most success. MORE >>

By Pam Greene. In our modern society, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for those of us in leadership positions take time out for ourselves. can also hear the collective sigh and eye roll now. Yes, I know; I’m not the first person to remind you that exercise is important and that you don’t do it enough. It’s true. MORE >>