David Grossman

Showing Leaders the Path from Good to Exceptional | Author of #1 Best Seller: The Heart Work of Modern Leadership (2026) | CEO @ The Grossman Group

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I almost didn’t write this book and now it’s an Amazon best seller.

Talking about heart in leadership felt “too soft.”

Yet caring about your people isn’t a weakness. It’s strategy.

It’s what exceptional leaders do that sets them apart.

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Your Leaders' Heart Skills Are The Key To A Successful AI Strategy https://t.co/vbfArba6nw Written by David Grossman of @thoughtpartner

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Message volume is up. Impact is not.

@ThoughtPartner explains why cascade comms fails today, and how to move from broadcasting to real dialogue.

https://t.co/krXbSGgCqO

#PRSAChicago #Comms #Leadership

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20 Skills Internal Communications Pros Need To Develop Now https://t.co/FdDQJsCFzC from @LyndsiM @ECBaskin @arketi @aaedc @MarieORiordan @upraise_pr @barck @thoughtpartner @MrNorthstar @alexileimbach @ValuxDigital @summitov and more

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The groundbreaking roadmap for leaders navigating today’s high-stakes complexity. Based on new research with The Harris Poll, I reveal what few leaders do well – and how you can join them.

Pre-order through your preferred retailer here: https://t.co/WwVfJuJNWn...

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Moving someone to action isn’t about what we think; it’s about helping someone else think differently so they can then act.

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Effective Leadership Transition: A 6-Step Guide for Communicators https://t.co/i7tuFk64xo

#PRSAChicago #Communication #Leadership

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Change is accelerating – and employees are at capacity.

Our new enterprise change study with @HarrisPoll shows why 1 in 4 major change efforts fail, and how leaders can succeed with visibility and effective communication.

Download the report: https://t.co/k5YoJKURHy
#Change #IC

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Many people view silence as empty space that needs to be filled, but when leaders learn to accept silence – and work with it – it opens doors for others to speak and be heard.

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While most comms pros reported being engaged at work, many also said they’re burned out and cited a lack of resources & career advancement opportunities at their jobs, according to study by @InstituteForPR & The Grossman Group (@ThoughtPartner) https://t.co/KrYthDSfeo

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The Modern Leader series: A guide to consistent #strategiccommunication by @ThoughtPartner | https://t.co/sazyDTqSyM @prdaily

"One of the biggest traps leaders fall into is assuming that because they’ve shared the strategy once, employees can connect these dots themselves."

[David Grossman @ThoughtPartner]

Gratitude isn't just a "nice to have" leadership trait—it's a business imperative and the foundation upon which all other leadership success is built as a modern leader today.

It supports psychological safety, which enables innovation. It builds trust that accelerates change. It demonstrates empathy that drives engagement. In short, gratitude is the catalyst that transforms good leadership into exceptional leadership.

I've seen firsthand how teams transform when leaders make genuine appreciation a cornerstone of their approach. Teams become more innovative, change happens more smoothly, and results accelerate dramatically.

Yet, despite these clear benefits, many leaders still struggle to make gratitude a consistent part of their leadership style. Some worry it might diminish their authority. Others simply don't know how to express appreciation in ways that feel authentic and meaningful. And in today's fast-paced business environment, showing gratitude can feel like a luxury we can't afford.

The reality? We can't afford not to.

Do you express enough gratitude to your team?

I invite you to share your approach to gratitude below. I’d love to start a dialogue on what works and what doesn’t so we can learn from one another.

#Gratitude #ModernLeadership #Leadership

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@mixternal Many thanks for the shout-out. Cheers!

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A focus on employee well-being should be purposeful and intentional, not left to chance.

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Authentic leaders get better business results.

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Self-compassion is important because it opens up our capacity to be compassionate to others.

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Culture is the heartbeat of any organization. When it thrives, employees are engaged, motivated, and aligned with your company’s values, vision, purpose, and ways of working.

Our new eBook, “Guide to Organizational Culture Change,” addresses the essential strategies you need to create a high-performing workplace where culture drives success.

Highlights of the eBook include:
- Real-world insights and case studies
- A deep dive into the critical role of leadership
- Strategies to engage employees
- Access to additional resources to help

Whether you’re facing the need to overhaul your culture to align with your strategy or make adjustments to better meet the needs of the business today, this guide provides the practical steps to guide you.

Click the link below to download your copy.

https://t.co/S8uhUvxBwj

#CompanyCulture #OrganizationalCultureChange #EmployeeEngagement #Leadership

[David Grossman @ThoughtPartner]

Communication is a muscle. The more reps, the better you can get at it.