All too often, simple acts of human kindness are often overlooked and under utilized by people in leadership roles. Advising mutual respect and recognition of accomplishments, Encouraging the Heart shows us how true leaders encourage and motivate those they work with by helping them find their voice and making them feel like heroes.

The heart of leadership -- The seven essentials of encouraging -- The encouragement index -- The first essential : set clear standards -- The second essential : expect the best -- The third essential : pay attention -- The fourth essential : personalize recognition -- The fifth essential : tell the story -- The sixth essential : celebrate together -- The seventh essential : set the example -- Finding your voice.