Leadership is Personal: How Community and Culture Lead to Business Success by Brad Mahon is a transformative guide that redefines leadership for the modern era. Drawing from his extensive experience in higher education and the arts, Brad presents a compelling case for community-centric leadership that drives organizational success.

This book isn't just about theory—it's a practical roadmap filled with real-world examples and actionable insights. Brad takes readers on a journey through the essential elements of effective leadership, from self-discovery and value alignment to building thriving internal cultures and fostering external community connections.

Key themes explored in the book include:

1. The power of authentic leadership and how to develop your unique leadership voice
2. Strategies for cultivating a strong, values-driven organizational culture
3. Techniques for meaningful community engagement and building strategic partnerships
4. The importance of communication and celebration in motivating teams
5. How to hire for cultural fit and nurture talent within your organization

Brad’s approach goes beyond traditional leadership advice, emphasizing the personal nature of leadership and the ripple effect it can have on an entire organization and its surrounding community. He demonstrates how aligning personal values with organizational goals can enhance employee engagement, customer loyalty, and community partnerships.

Through engaging storytelling and practical exercises, readers will learn how to:

• Identify and leverage their core values as a leader
• Build and maintain trust with both internal and external stakeholders
• Create a culture of innovation and collaboration
• Navigate challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth
• Measure and celebrate success in ways that reinforce organizational values

Whether you're a seasoned executive, a new manager, or an aspiring leader, Leadership is Personal offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to make a lasting impact. Brad’s wisdom will inspire you to look beyond the bottom line and create an organization that not only succeeds financially but also positively influences its employees, customers, and community.

This book is an essential read for leaders who want to build organizations that are not just profitable, but also purposeful and deeply connected to the communities they serve. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and equipped with the tools to lead with authenticity and drive sustainable success.

BRAD MAHON, PhD, MBA, is a seasoned higher education leader with over 25 years of experience. As a college president and former university dean, he champions transformative education and community alignment. Brad's leadership style emphasizes collaboration, forging strategic partnerships across sectors. An advocate for engaged learning, he balances his administrative duties with occasional stints as a freelance professional guitarist.

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