Leadership Greater Topeka | Shane Warta
Compiled by LAUREN JURGENSEN | Photos by BRADEN DIMICK
Who or what has had the greatest impact on your career and why?
My father. I’m inspired by his genuine care for others, his work/life balance over the years and his integrity with a high degree of responsibility.
What book would you recommend and why?
"Dad Tired And Loving It: Stumbling Your Way to Spiritual Leadership,” by Jerrad Lopes. This book helped solidify my purpose as a young dad and helped me grow tremendously in my family leadership journey. Because of this book, I have a community of dads — from all around the world — who are spurring me on in fatherhood.
What characteristic do you most admire in others and why?
I admire the art of retention that others have. It shows me they listen well and care about relationships. Being able to help someone feel heard and cared about is an important mark of a great leader. I am always trying to improve on this skill.
What are you doing to ensure you continue to grow and develop as a leader?
I believe in continual leadership training for the novice and senior leader alike. Personally and professionally, this is something I will always try to do. Surrounding myself and aligning myself with great leaders creates opportunities to glean their knowledge.
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