In a world defined by rapid change, shifting workplace dynamics, and the growing influence of technology, leadership is no longer about authority—it’s about empowerment. Dr. Ewa J. Kleczyk’s new book, Empowered Leadership, is a timely exploration of how leaders can rise to today’s challenges with authenticity, courage, and vision.
Drawing on her decades of experience in healthcare research organizations, executive leadership, and mentoring, Dr. Kleczyk redefines leadership as a practice rooted in empathy, resilience, and empowerment of others. Her approach goes beyond traditional management, focusing instead on creating environments where individuals and teams can thrive.
A Different Kind of Leadership Playbook
Unlike many leadership books that emphasize rigid strategies or one-size-fits-all approaches, Empowered Leadership provides practical frameworks for leaders at all stages of their journey. It blends evidence-based insights with real-world stories, offering readers actionable steps to:
Lead with authenticity and align personal values with organizational purpose.
Build empowered teams that are collaborative, diverse, and innovative.
Navigate uncertainty with resilience, adaptability, and strategic foresight.
Harness technology responsibly while keeping people at the heart of decision-making.
Champion inclusivity and equity as core leadership principles.
Join and build supportive groups that foster collaboration,mentorship, and mutual growth.
Engage in community service as a way to connect leadership with impact beyond the workplace.
Why Empowerment Matters Now
In today’s workplace, employees seek more than direction—they want to be inspired, valued, and empowered to contribute. Dr. Kleczyk argues that empowered leadership is not only a moral imperative but also a business necessity. Organizations that foster empowered leaders see stronger engagement, higher retention, and greater innovation.
A Personal and Professional Mission
For Dr. Kleczyk, this book is more than theory—it’s personal. Her own leadership journey was shaped by perseverance, mentorship, and community. From her early beginnings in Poland to her accomplished career as a U.S. healthcare research executive, she has experienced both the barriers and opportunities that define leadership today.
Through her professional roles in healthcare research organizations and her philanthropic work with the Kleczyk-Strout Foundation, Dr. Kleczyk has championed causes close to her heart—supporting education for students, expanding equitable healthcare access, and creating spaces where women’s voices are heard. She credits her growth as a leader not only to professional experiences but also to the groups and networks she joined along the way, which provided support, guidance,and inspiration.
Who Should Read This Book
Empowered Leadership is designed for executives, emerging leaders,entrepreneurs, and anyone committed to making a lasting impact. Whether you are leading a corporation, a nonprofit, or your own community, the book offers insights that resonate across industries and contexts.
Closing the Leadership Gap
As we look toward the future, the need for leaders who inspire trust, elevate voices, and foster meaningful change has never been greater. Empowered Leadership is not just a guide—it is a call to action for leaders everywhere to redefine what it means to lead in the 21st century.
📖 Empowered Leadership is now available on Amazon as of September 9th.
