title: Defining moments in leadership character development.
abstract: Critical moments in life define one's character and clarify true values. Reflective leadership is espoused as an important practice for transformational leaders. Professional development educators can help surface and explore defining moments, strengthen leadership behavior with defining moments as a catalyst for change, and create safe spaces for leaders to expand their leadership capacity.
authors.forename: Michael R
authors.initials: MR
authors.lastname: Bleich
mesh_terms: D002605:Character; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006801:Humans; D007857:Leadership; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000193:education*; D013192:Staff Development / Q000458:organization & administration*; D013663:Teaching / Q000379:methods*