Academic Articles
About Leaders is pleased to offer an assortment of Dr. Mary Kay’s academic articles. You may download and share as many of these papers as you like.
eBook Resources
If you are looking for relevant, up-to-date information on a wide variety of leadership development topics, these downloadable resources are a great place to start.
Entrepreneurial Leaders
Michael Leblanc was an airline entrepreneur that continually failed. In contrast, Herb Kelleher, Southwest Airlines™ entrepreneur, succeeded in his vision as he inspired others to become a part of his cause to build a successful airline.
Leadership at the Top
Explore leadership models researched by leadership experts on characteristics and components of effective leadership teams. These models provide insight into building leadership skills and relationships between leaders and followers.
Leadership Vision
Leadership Culture Models for Culture Integration
Recruiting and Hiring
Best Practices for Leading Organizational Change
Organizational Ethics
Merging Cultures
Corporate Coaching
How to Attract and Retain the Best Talent

Conversation Map
This conversation map will show you the steps to take to become an excellent communicator and leader by proper conversation.

Motivational Checklist
This guide unlocks how to proactively uncover what the people on your team need to be successful.

The Accountability Checklist
This guide includes a performance test to determine if an employee is on or off the team.

7 Simple Ways To Conflict Resolution
The key to conflict resolution is proper communication. Follow these 7 steps to resolve nearly any conflict from interoffice to customer service.

3 Building Blocks To Unshakable Company Culture
The secret building a great company culture is to create personal meaning and a sense of belonging in the workplace. Download this guide to learn the 3 building blocks.

Coaching For Peak Professional Performance
As a leader in your organization, you must think of yourself as a coach. Follow these 5 tips for Coaching Peak Professional Performance.