My guest today used to live just a few miles away from me in Franklin, Tennessee. She also taught for a time at a well-regarded Nashville university (Belmont). Something I too have done (MTSU). Her name is Dr. Cindy McGovern. And her newest book just released in September. It’s called Sell Yourself: How to Create, […] The post 451: How to Create, Live, and Sell a Powerful Personal Brand with Dr. Cindy McGovern first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast.

Dr. Cindy McGovern, a specialist in effective gratitude and leadership strategies, reveals how genuine appreciation can transform workplace dynamics. She discusses gratitude as a crucial skill for leaders, not just a polite gesture. With her five-step formula, McGovern emphasizes the importance of making employees feel valued to boost motivation and retention. She highlights personalized acknowledgments, such as handwritten notes, as powerful tools for enhancing team morale. Dr. Cindy's insights demonstrate that gratitude is key to cultivating a positive and productive work environment.