Being polite is not the same as compassionate leadership; compassionate leadership is a powerful style of leadership that, when skillfully executed, can lift spirits and profits to new heights. Compassionate leaders are not lacking in strength. They are strong leaders who are also aware that they may be kind to their employees while achieving tremendous success. In point of fact, showing concern for one's workforce is directly correlated to improved performance. My guest today, Donato Tramuto, is a well-known CEO, business leader, innovator, and philanthropist. During today's conversation, he illustrates that compassion is essential to effective leadership because it boosts morale, builds more substantial teams, improves overall performance, and creates a sustainable commitment to an organization's mission and values.

[00:13] Motivation – Donato kicks off the conversation by revealing what is currently driving him to succeed. 

[02:34] Now More Than Ever – Donato outlines why leaders need to improve skills like communication, transparency, adaptability, understanding, and support of employees' needs and why they need to embrace diversity and inclusion, develop stronger teams, and accept responsibility for their impact on their communities and the world.

[07:13] Double Bottom Line – Donato explains why he chose the title The Double Bottom Line for his book. 

[09:23] Compassionate Leadership - Donato shows why most of us do not follow the compassionate path, despite its increased productivity and profitability. Further, he elaborates on some components that collectively constitute compassionate leadership. 

[18:14] Listening - Donato discusses some of the finest practices we should consider when it comes to listening to the members of our team, as well as our family members, friends, and other individuals in our lives.

[22:00] Not Weakness -  Donato points out why so many individuals believe that compassion and sensitivity are signs of weakness. 

[36:18] Trust – Donato explains how to use openness, honesty, and sincerity to build trust among colleagues. 

[39:49] Purpose and Service -Donato discusses the meaning of purpose and service in the workplace and how compassionate leaders may utilize them.

[44:28] Compassionate Culture - Donato explains how to infuse compassion throughout the entire organizational culture and sustain it as the culture evolves.

[50:47] Diversity and Inclusion – Donato identifies some factors that executives should prioritize regarding workforce diversity and inclusion.

[56:20] Daily Practice – Donato examines his highs and lows daily to better himself. Donato explains what this daily practice means to him and what it looks like so that the listeners can apply it to their own lives. 

[01:00:20] Increased Compassion – Donato explains how people can improve their and their employees' compassion, where he highlights how compassion may be taught. 

[01:10:14] Unlearning - Donato emphasizes the impact of unlearning, which includes unlearning the incorrect models and habits we've formed over time.

Resources:

Connect with Donato:

Website: donatotramuto.com/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/donato-tramuto-71594344/

Mentioned in the episode:

The Double Bottom Line: How Compassionate Leaders Captivate Hearts and Deliver Results: goodreads.com/book/show/58463463-the-double-bottom-line?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=ue6WkgYZiD&rank=1