How to treat people the way they really want to be treated
Leadership today isn’t just about performance, it’s about understanding people deeply enough to bring out their best.
This practical guide introduces the Platinum Rule:
Treat people the way they want to be treated, not the way you want to be treated.
This guide is designed for leaders who want to:
- Build stronger relationships without becoming “soft”
- Reduce unnecessary friction and misunderstanding
- Lead with empathy and credibility
- Navigate differences in personality, communication, and work style
Grounded in Myers-Briggs personality patterns, the Platinum Rule gives you a clear framework for understanding what motivates people, especially when under stress.
Why the Platinum Rule Matters in Leadership
When leaders misread how others experience them, the consequences compound quickly:
- Trust erodes
- Communication breaks down
- Good intentions are misinterpreted
- Performance conversations become defensive
- Leadership credibility is quietly questioned
The Platinum Rule helps leaders slow this spiral by developing situational awareness, empathy, and behavioural flexibility, not personality change.
This principle is a foundational idea behind the work I do in leadership recovery, where leaders must stabilize trust before they can move forward.
Learn more about how leadership recovery works → Leadership Recovery
What you’ll learn
In this guide, you’ll explore:
- Why the Golden Rule isn’t enough for modern leadership
- How personality differences shape:
- Energy
- Decision-making
- Communication
- Work styles
- How stress shows up differently for different people
- Practical ways to adapt your leadership approach without losing yourself
This isn’t theory for theory’s sake; it’s insight you can use immediately.
Who this is for
This guide is for:
- Senior leaders and executives
- Managers responsible for performance and people
- Leaders navigating complex team dynamics
- Anyone who wants to lead more effectively without burning bridges
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