Beverly Lewis and Mike Easley explore the essential qualities of effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of love, emotional awareness, and self-care. Easley shares insights from his book, 'Becoming a Leader Worth Following,' discussing how leaders can cultivate self-awareness and empathy, and the concept of 'repotting' as a metaphor for personal growth and intentional life design. The discussion highlights practical tools for leadership development and the significance of emotional intelligence in fostering healthier workplace environments. Takeaways: Leadership is a journey of personal growth and significance. Love is a foundational characteristic of effective leadership. Emotional awareness is crucial for leaders to connect with their teams. Self-care includes understanding and processing emotions. Self-awareness and empathy are key leadership qualities. The 'no-os' of leadership can lead to significant missteps. Repotting symbolizes intentional life changes and growth. Leaders should regularly reassess and reinvent themselves. Listening is a vital skill for effective leadership. To learn more about Mike, his book, and his upcoming leadership retreat, visithttps://becomingaleaderworthfollowing.com/ Please direct questions, comments, or feedback to Beverly@Beverlyspeaks.com .Thank you for listening. Your presence here means a lot. If you would be so kind as to follow this podcast on your favorite audio platform. Subscribing and taking the time to leave a review is an amazing gift. Thank you in advance!