In the realm of leadership literature, Mike Barnes’ book stands out as a beacon of authenticity and empathy. With over three decades of experience in leadership roles and a background as a credentialed life coach, Barnes shares his profound insights and practical wisdom on what it truly means to be a leader. In a world where leadership often revolves around strategy and metrics, Barnes’ work serves as a refreshing departure, placing the focus firmly on the human aspects of leadership. Hardwired to the Heart presents a compelling case for how readers can transform their leadership style, build trust, and empower their teams through authenticity and heart-driven leadership.
This book is a compelling journey into the heart of leadership, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, continuous improvement, and serving others with mindfulness and intentionality. Barnes’s approach is a breath of fresh air in the often fast-paced and demanding world of leadership, where building trust and empowering teams can make all the difference. One of the standout features of this book is its emphasis on vulnerability. Barnes encourages leaders to have the courage to be vulnerable, a quality that is often overlooked in traditional leadership literature. He argues that by showing vulnerability, leaders can connect more deeply with their teams, creating a more open and supportive work environment.
The concept of hardwiring one’s beliefs to the heart and expressing them through actions is a key theme throughout the book. This approach sets the stage for treating peers and subordinates as people first and coworkers second, fostering a sense of genuine connection and respect in the workplace. The step-by-step process presented in the book is both practical and actionable. Barnes provides clear explanations and offers a range of examples and feedback worksheets to help readers implement the principles of authentic servant leadership in their own professional lives. This hands-on approach makes it easy for readers to integrate the lessons into their leadership practices.
As leaders, personal growth and interpersonal skills are paramount, and this book recognizes their significance. Barnes motivates readers to embrace a better, more helpful mindset while celebrating their continual improvement and inspiring those around them to do the same. His message is a powerful call to action for leaders who seek to make a lasting impact on their teams and organizations. This book is a must-read for those who want to bring their authentic selves to the workplace and create a more positive and productive environment for their teams. Mike is ready to show you a helpful way.
Hardwired to the Heart: Authentic Servant Leadership
What kind of leader do we want to be? What’s the most effective style of leadership? How can we bring our authentic selves into our workplaces to build trust and empower out teams?
Over a storied thirty-eight-year career in leadership positions and as a credentialed life coach, Mike Barnes has always been in the pursuit of continuous improvement at being an authentic servant leader. By striving to always learn, show the courage to be vulnerable, and to serve those around him with mindfulness and intentionality, his goal was to consistently build trust and empower the teams he served to achieve more than they ever thought was possible.
Hardwiring your beliefs to your heart and then expressing them through careful actions in the workplace is the key, treating your peers and subordinates as people first and coworkers second.
With careful attention to detail and thoughtful explanations, Mike shares a step-by-step process that will allow you to become an authentic servant leader and better role model in your office. From actionable examples to feedback worksheets, you’ll learn how you can unlock your potential as a leader by taking on a better, more helpful mindset.
It’s time to start your plan for personal and professional growth, enhance your interpersonal skills, and celebrate your continual improvement and that of those around you who will be inspired by your new way of doing business. Let’s find out what drives your core values and hardwire it to your heart. Mike is ready to show you a helpful way.
“Leave a peace of your heart in everything you do.”
