Some members named people they admire from afar, including well-known thought leaders like Charles Schwab, Malcolm Gladwell, and Bill Gates. Others drew on colleagues, previous supervisors, family members, or even groups they are a part of. The wisdom imparted by these role models was, almost without exception, about attitude and outlook. Below you’ll find advice on creating a positive company culture, communicating with colleagues, choosing direction, and developing a strong work ethic, as passed down to the accomplished members of Business Journals Leadership Trust.

 

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