What if the secret to being an outstanding leader lies in radical love? One morning, Marcel Schwantes stepped out of the shower and collapsed in agony, paralyzed from the waist down. When he called his boss to explain his situation, he was accused of insubordination. This moment marked the culmination of a two-year struggle in what should have been a season of learning and growth in an executive-level HR role with a promising future. Instead, he faced immense stress, disengagement, and a toxic work environment that nearly destroyed his career. In Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss, the author offers a revolutionary perspective, advocating for a radical shift toward love and humanity. Drawing on personal experiences, case studies, and compelling research, he reveals how leaders can transform organizations by embracing genuine care for their employees. Schwantes explains the five principles of effective leadership: patience, kindness, humility, advocacy, and trustworthiness. It offers a practical guide to leading teams with actionable love and care so people, businesses, and organizations flourish. This book is for anyone seeking to create a thriving, motivated team and become a truly kick-ass boss in today's chaotic world.
"For years I've been saying that leadership is love. In this must-read book, Marcel Schwantes explains why leaders must adopt love as a business strategy. Backed by data and case studies, this step-by-step guide will show you how to put love to work-and reap wonderful personal, professional, and financial rewards as a result."
Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The New One Minute Manager® and The Simple Truths of Leadership
