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Effective Communication for Leaders
Good communication is a fundamental characteristic of a good leader. The success of any business relies on effective communication. Ineffective communication may cause a reduction of sales, low morale, and failure to achieve the set objectives. Leaders with practical...
Becoming a Better Leader in a Crisis
No person ever wants to find themselves in a crisis. Whether it be at home, at a job, in a team or club, or a business, crises are never fun places to be in. They are hectic, stress-inducing, and can be extremely detrimental to the success of a team or project. In...
To Be a Great Leader, You Must Be a Great Follower
Becoming a leader is often a goal many people wish to achieve. For most, leadership success comes with the recognition of personal self-worth and the courage to take on higher roles. While leadership success is not guaranteed, anyone can become a leader if they are willing to strive for self-awareness, self-confidence, and positive thinking. Becoming a leader is about making a positive impact in the world and being a good example. Here are some basic steps to becoming a leader.
How To Be a Stronger Leader in 2021
The year 2020 was challenging for many people in a variety of industries. While many businesses struggled this past year, Managers can start 2021 on a better note by learning how to improve their leadership techniques. Following these strategies that involve research, adaptability, focus, and control can help anyone become a more decisive leader in 2021.
The Characteristics of a Real Leader
Identifying the characteristics of a truly great leader can be a difficult task. There is often a broad range of traits that real leaders possess, and some of these traits may or may not be shared among all leaders in general. However, some characteristics are expected (and necessary) in leadership positions, and they are described in the sections that follow.
Why Leading With Emotional Intelligence Helps Your Team Through Uncertain Times
We are living in times of unprecedented uncertainty. The Covid-19 pandemic has crippled numerous businesses and companies. Remaining organizations require emotionally intelligent leadership for the still-standing companies to help their teams overcome the crisis. Emotional intelligence is not a quantifiable metric. When a leader is emotionally intelligent, he develops a relational approach with his team. This means a strong emphasis on qualities like empathy, honesty, and patience. He will also be mindful of his employees’ feelings and sense of worth, which translates to productivity.
How to Train Yourself to Be a Great Leader
Most people need to learn how to become a good leader, it is not an instinctive ability. Great leaders don’t emerge from the womb with the skills to lead others to success. The truth of the matter is that most great leadership is developed with practice. For those who are interested in becoming the head of a team, there might be curiosity about what to do to get to that point. The good news is that there are some things that a person can do to train themselves in their quest to become a leader. Below are ways that an individual can put themselves on the path to becoming a good leader.
Leadership Podcasts You Should Be Listening To
The podcasts listed below have gained widespread acclaim for their ability to educate aspiring leaders looking to sharpen their skills:
Failing as a Leader
Contrary to popular belief, you don’t get to relax once you’ve reached a leadership position. It is entirely possible to hold a position of command without realizing that you are failing at it. Leadership involves critical thinking, excellent decision-making, and spearheading progressive ideas. If you question your leadership success, it might be helpful to check for some of the following symptoms suggesting that you need to refocus.
How To Lead with Emotional Intelligence
In today’s world, people understand that they aren’t bound to one employer and can easily move on if they feel that they aren’t a good fit. In observance of this realization, it is up to the business leaders to become more in touch with the needs and desires of their employees so that they don’t lose out on good help. Here are some ways that leaders can adopt emotional intelligence today.