When you think of a leader, what image or person comes to mind? Is it the President of the United States (POTUS), congressman, pastor, teacher, military member, corporate executive, principal, football coach, or is it the little elderly lady who has spent years mentoring girls from broken homes? Could the answer to this question be you? If your answer is yes, then congratulations If not, then why? Did someone tell you that you do not possess leadership qualities, or did you make that assumption? Are you ready to prove them wrong and become the leader that others will want to follow? Is fear stopping you from moving forward? Is fear jeopardizing your leadership future? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is for you. In Gifted to Lead: 4 Steps to Releasing Your Leadership Potential, Amazon #1 bestselling author, Dr. Mary M. Gillam helps emerging leaders to tap into their natural gifts and discover their hidden leadership potential. The book also provides organizations with strategies that will maximize employee productivity while reducing employee turnover. Combining over 30+ years of experience in various leadership positions in the military, government, and industry, Dr. Gillam uses a simple to understand four-step leadership development model called CORE that combines historical and personal examples, research, and biblical principles to guide emerging leaders through the discovery process. Dr. Gillam's passion for developing leaders is evident throughout the book. In Gifted to Lead: 4 Steps to Releasing Your Leadership Potential, Dr. Gillam also describes how organizations can expand their leadership pool through innovation, diversity, and inclusion. If you are looking for a fresh approach to developing future leaders, then this book is a must read for you and your team.