Abraham Lincoln was thrust into a defining moment in American history. His inspirational leadership preserved a nation. Without his leadership, secession in 1860 could have easily led to the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. If you’ve ever worked for an inspirational leader, you know ...

Being an inspirational leader can be both fulfilling and challenging. Some companies provide extensive training and guidance, while others leave it up to the individual to navigate. Having a mentor ...

Once upon a time, in a (not-so-faraway) land of quarterly targets and sales forecasts, an inspirational leader appeared, wielding a telescope instead of a calculator. She invited her team to peer ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Leadership is not a position, but rather a mindset. The qualities of an inspirational leader ...

A conversation with Columbia Business School’s Adam Galinksy on honing your style. What does it take to really energize people and motivate them toward a goal? Inspirational leadership might seem ...