Joe Carbone is CEO of Eastward Partners, an executive search and human capital consultancy. Our conversation was full of great leadership ideas. Here’s what we discussed:

• Connecting with your customers is key. Understand their needs and focus on fulfilling them.
• Leadership is a privilege. Bring your true self every day.
• His leadership philosophy is to always put the team above the individual. Joe feels like he works for his team rather than them working for him.
• It’s important for leaders to connect with their team individually, understanding what’s going on in their lives, their families.
• When you share your vision, what’s possible, people get excited and want to be a part of it.
• Always invest in yourself and seek executive coaching. Joe sees a coach weekly.
• His brand follows a Pablo Picasso quote: “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” Help people become the best version of themselves.