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Leading Others Begins with the Courage to Lead Yourself!
Bill Dickinson, a leadership author biography blends personal transformation with decades of leadership experience. Once a Roman Catholic priest, he spent 25 years guiding others in faith and growth. It takes a whole lot of guts to come out as a gay man, and Dr. Bill did it with the utmost courage. He began the new chapter of his life to shape leaders and their leading potential with authenticity and emotional intelligence.
Dr. Bill Dickinson author work spans industries and leadership levels, supporting individuals in human resource management, executive training, talent development, and high-potential leadership programs. Bill’s deep compassion and honest insights into emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and values-based leadership.
Through C3Leadership.org, a leading leadership development author Dr. Bill Dickinson advances Professional Leadership Development for Author-level impact, grounded in real life, driven by real change.
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Get to know more about Bill Dickinson, the voice behind Optimizing Self, and the journey that shaped his approach to leadership and personal growth.
Author Bill Dickinson brings both life experience and leadership depth to this Book on Self-Improvement. After 25 years in ministry, he now helps professionals across industries lead with greater clarity, care, and honesty. His work stands out because it’s real. He invites people to look inward and lead with their full selves, no titles, no pretense.
Bill’s years as a priest taught him to listen deeply and lead with compassion. He worked with leaders in complex roles, guiding them through challenge and change. That same care shows up in this workbook, where empathy, reflection, and purpose come together in every chapter
This workbook is for anyone who wants to lead with more intention. Whether you're an executive, team lead, or emerging voice, it helps you understand your patterns, values, and Personal Brand. If you're ready to lead yourself better, this book is for you
Through C3Leadership.org, Bill offers Professional Leadership Development for Author-level impact. He works with HR teams, senior leaders, and future executives to build trust, awareness, and stronger relationships in the workplace. His coaching helps people lead with purpose, not just skill.
When Bill left the priesthood and came out as a gay man, he learned the power of leading with truth. That turning point grounded everything he teaches. His message is clear: before you lead others, you need to know and accept yourself. This workbook is built around that idea.
What This Book Is Really About
Optimizing Self is a hands-on Book on Self-Improvement that helps you take a closer look at how you lead, starting with how you see yourself. Author Bill Dickinson uses the image of a prism to show how much more there is beneath the surface, inviting you to explore the full picture of who you are.
Each chapter looks at a real part of the leadership journey:
- Pay attention to yourself. Notice your patterns, values, and habits.
- Ask for feedback. Hear how others see you, and why it matters.
- Shape your Personal Brand. Show up with care, in life and online.
- Be Crystal Clear. Don’t hesitate to talk about your contributions.
- Consistently Check with Yourself. Understand your emotions and reactions.
- Don’t Lead for Others, Lead for Yourself. Let your actions match your values.
With space to write, reflect, and act, this workbook is for anyone ready to lead with more honesty and heart. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to grow, it’s a fresh take on Professional Leadership Development for Author-level growth, real, personal, and lasting.
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