Leaders Start With Themselves: The Six Fundamentals of Reflective Leadership

With 46 years of leadership experience in Singapore's world-class public service and 15 years developing leaders, Kevin Santa Maria knows that what separates good leaders from the great ones isn't drive or charisma-it's self-knowledge from constant self-reflection. Sustainable, high-performance leadership flows from leaders who first know themselves, invest in their people in positive ways and build cultures rooted in trust and genuine care. This book is a practical step-by-step guide to self-reflection. Drawing on the author's leadership journey, it walks readers through six fundamentals of reflective leadership: - Self-Awareness and Self-Management- Empathy, Active Listening and Engagement- Communication and Feedback- Building Trust- Leading Teams- Developing People Leadership is a continuous journey, not a destination. This book is your companion along the way.