Hollis, great article on a much needed subject. To many people align respect with "like" as in, if I don't like you, I can't respect you.  Wrong in all respects.

I'm not sure about the most powerful, but I will say one of the most powerful is listening intently and respectfully, quieting that voice within that wants to give a supposed solution to a problem that may not exist.

Listening intently and responding with empathy and understanding builds trust and enhances respect with power, empowering others because of a leaders demonstrated respect by listening with empathy.

Keep the Quest Alive! Respect builds trust, which builds respect.