The right mix of emotional intelligence and understanding of competing forces in a geographical area are keys to being a leader —in both the private and public sectors. As an international executive and a business owner, respectively, Dr. Woody Myers and his wife Stacy Myers, understand what it takes to be great leaders. It means putting people first.

Finding the common thread that binds people, regardless of background, and having empathy are keys to running successful businesses and successful governments. In Part 2 of our this “All in” series, we delve into why it’s necessary to take calculated risks when you want to create success —and the right type of radical change.