Leading In Color is a unique journey into the world of leadership through the lens of the animal kingdom. This engaging combination of coloring illustrations, learning key traits for leadership, and writing for reflection gives you the opportunity to discover leadership qualities embodied by nature and allows you explore how to apply them to your own leadership journey.
Each page of this book features a different animal, accompanied by thought-provoking prompts and activities designed to help you reflect on and develop your leadership skills. From the adaptability of the octopus to the playfulness of the otter, you’ll gain valuable insights into the many ways that birds, fish, and sea animals lead their flocks, pods, families, and themselves.
You might ask, "But why animals?" Nature’s animals have been honing their leadership skills for millions of years, and there’s much we can learn from their instinctual behavior. By studying these creatures, we can uncover timeless lessons about communication, collaboration, resilience, and more.
In addition to exploring leadership through animals, Leading In Color also encourages you to embrace your creativity through coloring. Research has shown that engaging in creative activities such as coloring can enhance problem-solving skills, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being.
As a leader, it’s essential to prioritize time for creativity and allow it to flourish. In today’s fast-paced world, where schedules are often packed with meetings and deadlines, creative activities can easily take a backseat.
Activities that use the creative brain allow leaders to think outside the box, envision new possibilities, and inspire others to do the same. By incorporating creative activities like coloring into your routine, you’ll cultivate a mindset of exploration and playfulness that can lead to breakthrough ideas and solutions.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader looking to refine your skills or someone just beginning their leadership journey, Leading In Color offers a fresh perspective on leadership that’s both insightful and enjoyable. Grab your colored pencils, unleash your creativity, and embark on a colorful adventure.
A multifaceted professional with expertise in cultivating networks, Jennifer Reiser fosters growth at individual and community levels, excelling in organization management and leadership development. She is the CEO and founder of Jennifer Reiser Consulting and has decades ofnonprofit and organizational management experience. Jennifer values productivity, efficiency, and dependability, and is intrigued by the unique qualities of each person. She has a gift for discovering how different people can work together productively. Jennifer is committed to developing individuals, building teams, and creating communities where people can not only be themselves, but grow to be someone they never thought they could be.Fascinated with books, Jennifer has always dreamed of being an author. With a passion fortravel and people, she lives life as both an active observer and passionate connector. Shedraws from her relationships with strong, seasoned leaders as well as emerging leaders, andstrives to meet people where they are and finds ways to encourage their individual development.Jennifer is the mother of two amazing daughters that have taught her the importance of being yourself, celebrating differences, and supporting each other's hopes and dreams. Jennifer hasroots in Wisconsin and lives in Montana with her partner, Adam, who encourages her to create learning opportunities, cultivate new experiences, and celebrate all that life has to offer.
