WELCOME TO PEOPLE WARRIORS!
People Warriors is a leadership blog created to help you become a warrior in how you lead your life and others. Our goal is to add as much value to you as we can, in the most engaging ways so you can become exceptional in the areas of your life that matter most, have a lot of fun doing it, and meet a lot of great people along the way!
LET THIS SINK IN...
12
The number of years between the average age of first time managers (30), and the average age of when they first receive any leadership training (42).
83%
83% of organizations believe it’s important to develop leaders at every level of the company, yet only 5% of businesses have implemented inclusive leadership development at all levels.
$166B
US businesses spend $166 billion on leadership development each year — nearly half of the $366 billion that’s spent globally.
63%
63% of Millennials say they lack leadership development.
79%
79% of Gen Z do not feel other generations understand their generation well. The eldest Gen Z is 26 years old.
10%
Only 10% of people naturally possess the talent to lead.
THE BIG PICTURE
We have two massive generations that are underdeveloped, misunderstood, and lack confidence in their leadership abilities, and companies that spend massive amounts of money on training that doesn’t happen soon enough and isn't accessible at or adequate for all levels of leadership.
IT'S TIME FOR A CHANGE
Imagine an entire generation of leaders that flipped these stats upside down - that not only were equipped and trained to be great leaders 2, 4, 7, 10 years before ever stepping into a first time manager position, but that invested in themselves and took ownership of what kind of leader they want to be. It's time to stop depending on a company to grow you into a great leader, and start taking ownership of your own leadership journey.
THE BLOG
We aim to take blogging to a new level by offering a variety of topics and discussions through fun and engaging ways. Whether it's blog posts, videos, book reviews, interviews, social challenges, our goal is to add as much value to you as we can, so you can become exceptional in the areas of your life that matter most and have a lot of fun doing it.
HI, I'M HEATHER!
My name is Heather Italiano and I am a wife, mother, Millennial and creator of People Warriors.
My obsession for personal growth and leadership development started over a decade ago when I was fresh out of college and new to the workforce. I was a former aspiring actress, starting a career in casting in New York City. After 3 years of success and career growth in casting, life threw me a curve ball and through a series of events I was back in Texas starting over again from the bottom in a corporate job in a totally new field of business - Hospitality. In 6 years I grew from an entry level administrative assistant to a Director of Learning & Development for the country's largest Hospitality Management company, training rising and seasoned leaders across the country, and building a nationally recognized Women's Leadership association. I also am a certified John Maxwell Coach, Speaker and Trainer.
My goal with People Warriors is simple - to add as much value to you as I can. I am excited to connect with you, grow with you, connect you with other awesome People Warriors, and provide you with a platform that gives you the tools, knowledge and network to become exceptional in the areas of your life that matter most.
