PPB October 2020

Uncommon Leaders PPB’s 2020 Best Bosses provide insight into what they’ve learned from managing others and reveal smart advice for being a great boss . By Tina Berres Filipski C ompassion and kindness are critical skills for good managers at any time but during this unprecedented year of insecurity and difficulties, being able to show care and concern for employees is of paramount importance. While all managers need business skills like decision-making and problem-solving, those who remember that employees are people first will win their enduring loyalty and dedication. This summer , PPB opened nominations to identify the best bosses among those working for PPAI member companies. From the more than 50 individuals nominated and evaluated, these 10 rose to the top based on the qualities, management styles and leadership examples shared by their direct reports. Executive coach and author, Joel Garfinkle, says that when you learn to lead with compassion, you can dramatically increase trust and unity within a team. By showing compassion, building trust and putting people first, these 10 PPB Best Bosses are celebrated among leaders. olarseven / IIIerlok_xolms / Shutterstock.com. FEATURE | Best Bosses 2020 20 | OCTOBER 2020 |