LEADERSHIP IS INFLUENCE. INFLUENCE CAN BE DEVELOPED.
Leadership is a capacity that grows when we choose awareness, intention, and courage. When leaders understand themselves and the people they serve, their influence expands and their impact deepens.
LEADERSHIP AUTHORITY & EXPERIENCE
PAUL H. Lukert CEO & FOUNDER
- Executive Director with Maxwell Leadership
- Certified DISC Professional
- Over twenty five years of developing leaders
Leadership has always felt deeply personal to me. Not because of a title, but because of the people behind every decision, every conversation, and every moment of growth. Over time I have learned that leadership is less about managing outcomes and more about understanding people, beginning with ourselves.
My work as a Maxwell Leadership Executive Director and Certified DISC Professional has given me the privilege of walking alongside leaders who want to grow with intention, communicate with compassion, and build cultures where people feel valued and understood.
Along the way I have written on these themes, including books such as Predictably Different and KIND Is a Big Deal, to share what I have seen and learned. Each one reflects a simple conviction.
Leadership done well changes people, and when people change, organizations change.
Today I serve as a trusted advisor to executives, teams, and organizations that want to strengthen leadership capacity, deepen trust, and create cultures where people and performance can thrive.
“Leadership is influence, and influence begins with understanding people, starting with ourselves.”
OUR LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
"A Proven Framework for High-Trust Leadership and Cultural Excellence"
Influence
Leadership begins with influence, not position. Influence grows when leaders cultivate self awareness, character, and intention. Many leaders feel the weight of responsibility and wonder why their teams hesitate or disengage. Others struggle to earn trust after a season of change or conflict.
When leaders understand who they are, how they are perceived, and what they bring into a room, their presence shifts. They create psychological safety. They inspire confidence. They bring clarity instead of confusion. And through that awareness, they gain the kind of influence people choose to follow, not the kind they are forced to accept.
Common Pain Points:
- A leader feels their team does not trust or follow them willingly
- They are unaware of how their behavior affects others
- Their leadership relies more on pressure than presence
- They want to strengthen credibility and relational authority
Communication
Communication shapes connection. Leaders often feel misunderstood, overlooked, or frustrated when expectations are not met. Teams misinterpret direction. Conversations become tense or emotional. Feedback feels risky. Collaboration breaks down.
Leaders who speak with clarity and listen with curiosity create a different kind of culture. Communication shifts from reactive to intentional, from guarded to open, from conflict to collaboration. These leaders strengthen relationships, reduce misalignment, and build the trust required for real teamwork.
Common Pain Points:
- Misunderstandings that lead to repeated frustration
- Meetings that feel unproductive or tense
- Difficulty giving feedback without damaging relationships
- Teams working in silos due to unclear messaging
Culture
Culture is created through the daily choices leaders make. Many organizations want strong culture but struggle with inconsistency, unspoken expectations, or competing priorities. Leaders feel overwhelmed by conflict patterns, disengagement, or a lack of accountability.
When leaders model values with consistency and compassion, culture becomes a living ecosystem that supports people, performance, and purpose. Teams become healthier. Communication becomes easier. Relationships deepen. And leaders discover that a thriving culture is less about slogans and more about daily behavior.
Common Pain Points:
- Toxic or inconsistent behaviors in teams
- Employees feeling undervalued or disconnected
- Lack of accountability or clear standards
- Culture that changes depending on who is in the room
WHY LEADERS TRUST US WITH THEIR GROWTH
Leaders and organizations choose Dimensional Performance Development when they want more than information or inspiration. They seek a partner who understands the human side of leadership and the behavioral intelligence needed to create real, lasting change.
The Challenges They Face
- A team that is talented but disconnected and unsure how to move forward together
- A culture that feels inconsistent or unclear, especially during change or growth
- Communication patterns that lead to confusion, tension, or repeated misunderstandings
- Leaders who feel pressure to perform without the tools or support to lead confidently
- Constant conflict, emotional friction, or lack of psychological safety within teams
- Difficulty translating leadership intentions into consistent behaviors people can trust
What They Want Instead
- Leadership capacity that grows at every level, not just in the executive suite
- Practical tools aligned with Maxwell Leadership principles and behavioral intelligence
- Clearer communication that reduces stress and strengthens relationships
- Accountability that lifts leaders and strengthens their confidence and follow-through
- Measurable progress in alignment, culture, and behavior across the organization
- A long-term partnership with someone who understands their world and walks with them
WHO WE PARTNER WITH
"Leaders committed to meaningful growth, courageous self awareness, and lasting transformation."
Who This Is For
This advisory is designed for leaders and organizations who are ready for meaningful, long term transformation. It is for those who want to deepen their influence, strengthen communication, and shape a culture where people can thrive.
This is for leaders who:
- Want guidance that goes beyond tactics and into personal growth and self awareness
- Understand that leadership change begins from the inside out
- Desire consistent support, honest insight, and a trusted partner in their development
- Are committed to aligning their values with their behaviors
- Want a culture where communication is clear, relationships are strong, and people feel safe
- Want a leadership approach that elevates both performance and the wellbeing of their teams
- Believe leadership is not about authority, but about influence, character, and intention
- Are willing to invest the time, attention, and energy required for true transformation
These leaders are not just seeking success.
They are seeking significance.
They want their leadership to matter in the lives of the people they serve.
Who This Is Not For
This work is not designed for leaders or organizations who want a quick fix, a one time event, or a short burst of enthusiasm. The leaders who thrive in this process are committed to long term growth, sustained development, and meaningful personal change.
This is not for those who:
- Want a single workshop or a brief motivational experience
- Are not ready to examine their own behaviors, patterns, and impact
- Prefer short term results over long term transformation
- Are unwilling to engage in honest reflection or direct feedback
- Do not believe that culture and communication influence performance
- Want solutions without the willingness to implement them
- Want development without accountability
- Are focused solely on success metrics and not on the significance of their leadership
This advisory is intentionally selective because genuine transformation requires depth, commitment, and alignment. We only partner with leaders when we are confident we can deliver profound, sustainable value.
If you are ready to explore what meaningful, long term growth could look like for you or your organization, we invite you to begin the conversation.