Kindness Is a Leadership Skill

In this episode of Mind the Gap, Michael Comyn explores the often misunderstood virtue of kindness, not as a soft option but as a core leadership skill.

Drawing on emotional intelligence and real-world leadership experience, Michael challenges the notion that kindness is a sign of weakness.

Whether it means offering honest feedback with compassion, setting boundaries without hostility, or treating ourselves with gentleness during difficult times, kindness reveals strength, not fragility. It fosters trust, earns respect, and creates an environment for others to thrive.

You’ll hear how kindness can be decisive, discerning, and quietly powerful in a world that often values speed and sharpness over substance. This episode is a reminder that real influence is not loud, but consistent, respectful, and deeply human.

What to expect in this episode:

• Why kindness is not the same as niceness
• The role of kindness in emotional intelligence
• How kind leadership creates resilient teams
• The Stoic view of kindness as courageous action
• Practical ways to lead without losing your humanity

If this episode resonates, share it with someone who leads with heart, or with someone who might need the reminder that kindness is a skill worth mastering.