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The Crying CEO | Is THIS what compassionate leadership looks like?

Is THIS what compassionate leadership looks like?
Is THIS what compassionate leadership looks like?

In this myGrapevine+ exclusive article, we look at why a post from Braden Wallake, the CEO of a social marketing agency, has gone viral. It includes:

  • A look at the original post - which includes a photo of the CEO in tears

  • Why many Linkedin posters have reacted to the post with scepticism - although some have been supportive

  • Analysis of if - and how - a display of 'vulnerability' such as this can be seen as part of compassionate leadership.

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