The qualities that shape a mindful leader

Honest Co. founder: Trusting teams is key to success | The qualities that shape a mindful leader | 3 distinctions that help leaders manage conflict Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( February 9, 2022 [WFF Leadership SmartBrief]( [WFF Leadership SmartBrief]( Advancing and Empowering Women Leaders [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE](  [] A Leader's Edge [] [Honest Co. founder: Trusting teams is key to success]( Learning to trust herself and the people she hired was key to developing the approximately $550 million clean-label home and personal care brand The Honest Company, said founder and actor Jessica Alba. "I've learned a lot about the power of teamwork and being able to support other people and the greater good," she added. Full Story: [CNBC]( (2/7) [LinkedIn]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Email]( Tired of biased news stories? Try 1440. 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