Elevating Leadership Through Inspiration

Higher Ground Leadership®

Higher Ground Leadership® is a philosophy that teaches us to first ignite inspiration within ourselves and then share it with others – living by core values that elevate our lives, our relationships, and ultimately the world we help shape.

Elevating Leadership Through Inspiration

Higher Ground Leadership®

Higher Ground Leadership®

Higher Ground Leadership® is a philosophy that teaches us to first ignite inspiration within ourselves and then share it with others – living by core values that elevate our lives, our relationships, and ultimately the world we help shape.

The Underlying Principles of Higher Ground Leadership®

Higher Ground Leadership® starts with the assumption that we are all leaders – at home, at work, in the schoolyard, as parents and spouses, and as citizens – in fact, everywhere we live our lives. Higher Ground Leadership® is a breakthrough philosophy that enables us all to achieve a uniqueness not shared by most others – inspiration. It is built on the simple concept (seldom practiced, because it is not always easy), that inspiration trumps motivation, and that inspiration is the reason we do everything – or not.

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The Spark

Modern leadership focuses on motivation, but what people truly crave is inspiration – places to live and work that are rooted in meaning and fulfillment. To create those environments, we must first become inspired ourselves by understanding our purpose, defining a dream, and using language that lifts others. This is The Spark.

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The Flame

Once we have become inspired ourselves, we are then able to inspire others. This is how great things are achieved – not just by leading, but – more importantly – by inspiring… by living with principles and values that are vital to each of us and inspiring for others. We reach for greatness when we are inspired to do so. These are the CASTLE® Principles. This is The Flame.

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The Torch

Just as important is the role of each of us, our families, communities, organizations, and society, to create a legacy – to mentor, lead, coach, teach, grow people and to ensure that what we build makes a positive difference and lasts. This is how we change the world. This is The Torch.

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Reawakening the Human Spirit

Reawakening the Human Spirit describes the core principles at the heart of Dr. Lance Secretan’s philosophy.

Lance Secretan has spent a lifetime helping individuals and organizations rediscover their inspiration and become a source of it for others. In this new work, he turns his attention to the “whole human,” distilling decades of insight into Reawakening the Human Spirit – a powerful guide for restoring our inner inspiration across every part of life.

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Pathfinders and Higher Ground Leadership®

If the principles of Higher Ground Leadership® speak to you, becoming a Pathfinder is your gateway to living them more deeply. This global community of inspired leaders is dedicated to bringing those principles to life – together. As a Pathfinder, you’ll join a sanctuary of kindred spirits where you can learn, practice, collaborate, and grow, blending your own gifts with the philosophy you already value to make a meaningful difference in your personal and professional life.

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Pathfinders and Higher Ground Leadership®

Pathfinders and Higher Ground Leadership®

If the principles of Higher Ground Leadership® speak to you, Pathfinders is your gateway to living them more deeply. This global community of inspired leaders is dedicated to bringing those principles to life – together. As a Pathfinder, you’ll join a sanctuary of kindred spirits where you can learn, practice, collaborate, and grow, blending your own gifts with the philosophy you already value to make a meaningful difference in your personal and professional life.