The Leadership Elements Framework™
A Human-Centered Framework to Lead with HEART and Create Impact with HOPE
Leadership begins from within. The Heart and Hope Leadership Connection™ is built on the Leadership Elements Framework™,
a transformative model that defines five core leadership elements:
Honesty
Leading with integrity, even when it’s hard.
Empathy
Seeing, hearing, and valuing the people you serve.
Authenticity
Bringing your full, genuine self to leadership.
Responsibility
Owning your impact and leading by example.
Trust
Creating a culture where people feel safe, supported, and inspired.
These internal values (HEART) express themselves through HOPE — the practical ways leaders make an impact:
Helping Hands
Ongoing Optimism
Perceptions & Perspectives
Emotionally Engaged
Together, they guide leaders to set the tone and lead human.
Why This Framework Matters
Guides alignment between internal values and external leadership actions creating consistent, impactful leadership rhythms.
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