What if the secret to being an outstanding leader lies in radical love? One morning, Marcel Schwantes stepped out of the shower and collapsed in agony, paralyzed from the waist down. When he called his boss to explain his situation, he was accused of insubordination. This moment marked the culmination of a two-year struggle in what should have been a season of learning and growth in an executive-level HR role with a promising future. Instead, he faced immense stress, disengagement, and a toxic work environment that nearly destroyed his career. In Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love, Be a Kick-Ass Boss , the author offers a revolutionary perspective, advocating for a radical shift toward love and humanity. Drawing on personal experiences, case studies, and compelling research, he reveals how leaders can transform organizations by embracing genuine care for their employees. Schwantes explains the five principles of effective leadership: patience, kindness, humility, advocacy, and trustworthiness. It offers a practical guide to leading teams with actionable love and care so people, businesses, and organizations flourish. This book is for anyone seeking to create a thriving, motivated team and become a truly kick-ass boss in today’s chaotic world. “For years I’ve been saying that leadership is love. In this must-read book, Marcel Schwantes explains why leaders must adopt love as a business strategy. Backed by data and case studies, this step-by-step guide will show you how to put love to work—and reap wonderful personal, professional, and financial rewards as a result.” —Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The New One Minute Manager® and The Simple Truths of Leadership “After reading Marcel Schwantes’ inspiring new book, Humane Leadership, I was reminded of one of my favorite quotes from J.R.R. Tolkien: “I have found that it is the small everyday deeds of ordinary folks that keep the darkness at bay. Small acts of kindness and love.” Marcel beautifully embraces this idea throughout his book as he provides a proven framework showing that all of us perform significantly better—and have greater wellbeing—when we are treated with respect and “actionable love”. This pivotal book is vitally needed today as so many are more doubtful and starved for belonging than ever before. A life-altering read!” –Stephen M. R. Covey, The New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Speed of Trust and Trust & Inspire Marcel Schwantes is a globally respected leadership expert and author who explores the power of actionable love as a crucial leadership skill. As an executive coach and keynote speaker with widely read syndicated columns and a top-ranked podcast, he demonstrates how leading with love can improve employee retention, boost engagement, help team building, and achieve outstanding performance. Discover proven strategies and compelling evidence on the transformative power of humane leadership by following Marcel Schwantes. “Humane Leadership is an essential guide for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of modern leadership with compassion and integrity. Schwantes's personal narrative and deeply insightful analysis provide a compelling case for why humane leadership is not just an option, but a necessity in today’s world. Through his own experiences and the struggles he faced, Schwantes illustrates the profound impact that empathetic and servant leadership can have on organizational culture and employee engagement. This book is a beacon for leaders at all levels, offering practical strategies and inspiring a shift towards a more compassionate and effective leadership style. Highly recommended for those who aspire to lead with heart and achieve sustainable success.” –Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, Thinkers50 #1 Executive Coach and New York Times bestselling author of The Earned Life, Triggers, and What Got You Here Won’t Get You There Drawing on personal experiences, case studies, and compelling research, the author reveals how leaders can transform organizations by embracing genuine care for their employees