Dear members,

Happy new year. I pray this newsletter finds you and your family blessed.

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Leadership is about connections. Great leaders get to know and listen to the members

of their teams. They make every effort to understand their needs and challenges.

Empathy isn’t a soft skill; it’s a necessary skill for building trust and collaboration.

True leadership isn’t about doing it all yourself. It’s about empowering others to thrive.

When focused on developing our team members, we amplify our own impact as

leaders.

Challenges always will come our way. It’s how we manage them that defines us. Great

leaders remain steady under pressure, adapt to change and inspire confidence in

uncertain times.

As mangers, supervisors, and postmasters we must articulate a vision that inspires

others. Leadership is about showing not just where we’re going, but why it matters.

Leadership is about is a journey that is never about perfection, it is about progress.

So, I challenge you to each of us to think about one area where we can grow as

leaders. It could be exercising active listening, delegating more effectively or mentoring

a rising star on our team. Whatever it is, commit to taking that step because better

leadership from us means a stronger, more cohesive team for everyone.

Let’s remember that leadership isn’t a title, it’s a responsibility. It is not about always

having the answers; it’s about fostering an environment where the answers can emerge.

Together, let’s embrace the journey of becoming not just managers but leaders who

inspire, empower and leave a lasting impact.

In honor of the late “First Lady of the Eastern Region” and founder of the Eastern

Cabinet meetings the National board has renamed the Eastern Cabinet meeting to:

“The Dotty Wileman Eastern Region Cabinet Meeting”. Mrs. Dotty will be remembered

for her deep knowledge of NAPS history and always supporting me and Branch 33. She

encouraged and embraced me in all my endeavors. I will truly miss her. For 2027, The

Dotty Wileman Eastern Region Cabinet Meeting will be held in Baltimore Maryland.

Leslie Saunders

President

Kelley’s words of wisdom: Responsibility: Being accountable for your actions by owning

your choices.