Above the Line: Living and Leading with Heart

by Stephen Klemich, Mara Klemich, Tommy Spaulding (Foreword by), David Linski (Read by)

Overview

A leadership consultant and neuropsychologist identify the universal habits of the heart and mind—the keys to unlocking our true potential, creating our best selves and eliminating behavior patterns that hold us back. 

Why is it so hard for leaders to coach employees who are struggling? Why do we repeat the same mistakes and negative behaviors?

Common wisdom says you always have a choice in how you react or respond. But, as corporate consultant Stephen Klemich and clinical psychologist Mara Klemich contend, until you recognize why you make choices, and how the heart and the brain work together to shape your behavior, you can’t change long-ingrained patterns and discover your best self.

The Klemichs have developed a model backed by extensive research and data, and paired it with character-led personal development, to help you answer the "Why?" and eliminate behavior that is “below the line.”

In Above the Line, they argue that that the quality of your life flows from the attitudes of your heart. Offering wise, compassionate, and practical advice, this book explores the deep, fundamental drivers of human behavior that exist within your heart—the seat of your character. It reveals that all of these behaviors can be explained by four principles—humility, love, pride, and fear—which influence every facet of your life, for better or for worse.

We are all designed for greatness, but so often our best self is pitted against our worst. The pressures of life are pulling our character below the line while our authentic self is drawing us to live above the line. When you fully understand that the four principles are at the root of your behavior, you can begin the journey to become your best self and navigate life more effectively and successfully. Filled with proven strategies, Above the Line will create lasting changes in your behavior and improve your life personally and professionally—so you can make a positive impact on the world around you.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781094105154
Publisher:	HarperCollins Publishers
Publication date:	01/07/2020
Edition description:	Unabridged
Product dimensions:	5.80(w) x 5.60(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Stephen Klemich is a longtime leadership consultant, speaker, and CEO and founder of Heartstyles. His multinational clients have included KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Unilever, American Express, and PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Mara Klemich, PhD, is a consulting psychologist, with degrees in clinical psychology and neuropsychology from the University of Sydney and the University of Paris, and she is co-founder of Heartstyles. She spent more than fifteen years as a clinical neuropsychologist and practiced as a forensic neuropsychologist in Australia’s criminal system.

Together the Klemichs have dedicated their lives to helping others discover insight for transformation. They are Aussies living in London.

Table of Contents

Foreword ix

Introduction 1

Part 1 Why We Do the Things We Do

Chapter 1 The Four Universal Principles That Shape Your Life 21

Chapter 2 Triggers, Templates, and Truths 43

Chapter 3 Voids, Wounds, and the Gold within the Heart 63

Chapter 4 The 16 Common Behavior Styles 83

Chapter 5 Spotting Behavior Patterns and Connecting the Dots 111

Part 11 Shifting Above the Line

Chapter 6 Trade Up! How to Resist Being Pulled Below the Line 135

Chapter 7 Know Who I Am-Authentic and Transforming 159

Chapter 8 Know Where I'm Going-Reliable and Achieving 181

Chapter 9 Connecting with Others-Relating and Encouraging 195

Chapter 10 Growing with Others-Developing and Compassionate 215

Chapter 11 Building Above the Line Work Culture 239

Conclusion Living Above the Line 265

Acknowledgments 275

Appendix 279

Notes 281

Index 283

Editorial Reviews

"Heartstyles provided the 'aha' moment that made me reflect on my leadership approach and pivot. Often my team and I share stories of being 'below the line,' and have promised to suppose each other to lead with love and humility. We are on a journey to model these behaviors for the entire organization. Leading with heart is core to the transformation of our company culture and completely aligned with our purpose of helping people live better lives." — Milind Pant, CEO, Amway

From the Publisher

"Heartstyles provided the 'aha' moment that made me reflect on my leadership approach and pivot. Often my team and I share stories of being 'below the line,' and have promised to suppose each other to lead with love and humility. We are on a journey to model these behaviors for the entire organization. Leading with heart is core to the transformation of our company culture and completely aligned with our purpose of helping people live better lives."

Milind Pant