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Something Extra: Uncover Your Strengths. Unlock Your Potential. Unleash Your Impact.
WHAT’S THE “SOMETHING EXTRA” THAT MAKES GREAT LEADERS UNFORGETTABLE?
From boardrooms to backyards, some people inspire not just by what they do, but by who they are. What’s their secret? According to author and podcast host Lisa Nichols, it’s a “something extra”—a character strength that elevates ordinary influence into extraordinary impact.
Inspired by her daughter Ally, born with an extra chromosome and an extraordinary spirit, Lisa set out to uncover the traits that define truly transformational leadership. In this heartfelt and practical guide, she shares wisdom from hundreds of leadership conversations—and the truths behind what really makes someone shine.
In these pages, you’ll discover how Cultivate inner strengths like humility, identity, and soul careLead with compassion, purpose, and visionBuild lasting influence through generosity, resilience, and loveSustain your leadership with joy, courage, and clarity
Whether you’re leading a team, a family, or your own life, Something Extra will help you unlock your unique strengths—and use them to make a difference.
From boardrooms to backyards, some people inspire not just by what they do, but by who they are. What’s their secret? According to author and podcast host Lisa Nichols, it’s a “something extra”—a character strength that elevates ordinary influence into extraordinary impact.
Inspired by her daughter Ally, born with an extra chromosome and an extraordinary spirit, Lisa set out to uncover the traits that define truly transformational leadership. In this heartfelt and practical guide, she shares wisdom from hundreds of leadership conversations—and the truths behind what really makes someone shine.
In these pages, you’ll discover how Cultivate inner strengths like humility, identity, and soul careLead with compassion, purpose, and visionBuild lasting influence through generosity, resilience, and loveSustain your leadership with joy, courage, and clarity
Whether you’re leading a team, a family, or your own life, Something Extra will help you unlock your unique strengths—and use them to make a difference.
310 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2025
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September 30, 2025
Something Extra is a refreshing and practical guide to leadership that blends inspiring stories with actionable insights. Drawing on lessons from 300+ podcast guests—from CEOs and entrepreneurs to athletes and community leaders—Lisa Nichols curates proven leadership principles and pairs them with real-life case studies. Each chapter highlights a specific trait such as humility, resilience, or vision, reinforced by thoughtful reflection questions that help readers apply the lessons to their own lives. What makes this book stand out is its mix of heartfelt storytelling and practical application—reminding us that leadership is less about titles and more about cultivating the “something extra” within. A must-read for anyone serious about leading with impact.
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