Founded in 2017, Leadership First has grown into a vibrant community for 6.5 million leaders from around the globe! For many years, work felt like just a way to earn a living rather than an opportunity to make a real difference. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Our workplaces can be so much more fulfilling, and it’s up to leaders like you to help your team find joy in what they do while encouraging them to reach for their dreams. In the 21st century, effective leadership is all about connecting with people and inspiring them to believe that anything is possible!
At Leadership First, we’re all about sharing the most uplifting and inspiring leadership quotes and articles to help leaders create a workplace where everyone feels happy and valued. We truly believe that work can be enjoyable for everyone, and it all starts with great leadership. Our mission is to support every leader in building an amazing organization where people love to contribute!
Join our 6.5M+ community of leaders, share your expertise, and let’s change the leadership status quo to help inspire and motivate our people not just to make a living but to make a difference.
About The Founder
Gifford Thomas is the founder of Leadership First and the author of the Amazon Best Sellers, Leadership First: 20 Must-Read Articles On Leadership, Unlock The Hidden Leader, Become The Leader You Were Destined to Be, and The Inspirational Leader: Inspire Your Team to Believe in the Impossible. Gifford has over 15 years of experience in leadership development and truly loves helping leaders create amazing organizations that inspire and motivate their teams to reach their full potential. It's such a rewarding journey! As a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, along with my roles at GLG and visasQ Inc., I’m really dedicated to supporting leaders as they tackle the challenges of today’s competitive world. I’m all about encouraging each leader to become the best version of themselves.
