How a Case of Laryngitis Helped Me Find My Voice and Grow as a Leader

Deb Gabor, a brand strategist, lost her voice midway through a leadership conference, leaving her unable to engage in conversations, ask smart questions or share her own insights. But instead of wallowing in self-pity, Gabor discovered a new way of connecting with people through deep, one-on-one conversations that gave her insight into other CEOs’ fears, vulnerabilities and ambitions. Through this experience, Gabor learned that followership was the missing ingredient in her leadership style and that giving others the chance to share their vision and take responsibility for their own tasks can foster creativity and empower other people to become leaders themselves.