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Likeable Leadership is a holistic approach to organizational leadership that combines the best elements of servant leadership and transformational leadership, infused with an abundance mindset.
Likeable Leadership
The model is built on the fundamental triangle of Character, Community, and Capacity to Execute, emphasizing the importance of building trust through authenticity, approachability, and technical competence. Unlike leadership styles that prioritize popularity or conformity, Likeable Leadership fosters an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, challenging conversations are embraced, and collaboration thrives. It moves away from crisis-driven management towards a proactive, anticipatory approach, empowering teams to innovate and excel. At its core, Likeable Leadership recognizes that effective leadership in the modern workplace requires not just achieving goals, but doing so in a way that inspires, engages, and develops others. By balancing personal integrity, community building, and execution skills, Likeable Leaders create resilient, high-performing organizations capable of adapting to the ever-changing business landscape.
Character
Leading begins with self-care, boundaries, and energy. The pinnacle is authenticity.
Community
Get expert advice on building community, celebrating, and delegating.
Capability
Trust requires technical capability as well as honesty and integrity.
NICE TO MEET YOU
I'm Angela J. Buckley,
Throughout my career, I searched for a leadership model that built trust and aligned with my personal values, but I never found one. After graduating with my PhD, I published Likeable Leadership, a synthesis of servant leadership and transformational leadership flavored with an abundance mindset. Based on practice and demonstrated results, it closely reflects trust models based on research.
Now I use my own personal struggles and successes to help people just like you pivot from a place of chaos to a leadership method that builds community and leads to calm. I’ll show you how to lead effectively and efficiently, build community, and develop the technical skills to capably engage with high performance teams.
READ MY STORY
"Thank you for so generously giving of your time and energy so [we] could have the chance to begin honing our skills to more effectively lead ..."
- Jane O.
"I have found that many leadership coaches talk about wellness, but very few address the whole person concretely. Put simply: Angela does and she does it well."
- Katie O.
"Angela demonstrated a profound understanding on the development of a technically skilled organization and what motivates such professionals"
- Taylor Z.
My Story
My "why" for this work is deeply rooted in a desire to empower individuals and transform organizations, creating more positive and productive work environments. This is fueled by my belief in the power of human connection, my commitment to continuous improvement, and my passion for creating a better workplace experience...
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"I've never heard anyone talk about Leadership and Gratitude in this way before."
- Mike M.
"We are already planning the dates for our next workshop. Thank you!"
- Mark P.
"Angela is a thought leader in the area of Gratitude and Likeable Leadership"
- Tina L.
Why I Do It
So many leadership models begin in crisis mode. Although the research has improved surrounding leadership model, those models are not reaching the workplace. As often the only female, and occasionally one of few in leadership in my journey through the manufacturing world, I sought a leadership model that built trust and aligned with my values.
Why? Because I seek to be a force for good. If I can role model for no one other than my son, I've achieved my goal. My career moves, my research,
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My Why...
My "why" for this work is deeply rooted in a desire to empower individuals and transform organizations, creating more positive and productive work environments. This is fueled by my belief in the power of human connection, my commitment to continuous improvement, and my passion for creating a better workplace experience. My work is driven by the conviction that effective leadership is not just about achieving goals but about doing so in a way that fosters genuine collaboration, inspires growth, and creates a sense of community. I strive to enhance the quality of working life, supporting a model of leadership where individuals feel valued, engaged, and empowered.
This deep-seated commitment to fostering positive change translates into my diverse initiatives—from developing the Likeable Leadership model and creating the Gratitude Leadership Collective to my public speaking engagements and community involvement. My "why" is not simply about personal success, but about creating a ripple effect of positive impact, inspiring others to embrace a more human-centric approach to leadership and cultivating workplaces where individuals thrive and organizations excel. This dedication is reflected in my numerous publications and my tireless pursuit of continuous improvement, both personally and professionally.