ARE YOU A LEADER OR A LEADER IN WAITING? What defines a good leader? What are the ideal leadership qualities? Is it something that one is born with, or can leadership skills be acquired over time? Research suggests that people can develop qualities of a good leader with time, learning and experience. From a performance and capability perspective, aspiring leaders need to be seen as knowledgeable multi-functional managers. That’s where business education and business knowledge come in – building a wide disciplinary base to help you achieve outstanding performance. And the knowledge that you gain will also increase your ability to establish strong relationships, lead teams more effectively and grow your confidence and ability as a leader. So if you are an aspiring leader, the best investment you can ever make is in yourself. Firstly, consider enrolling in further education to learn the necessary business knowledge you need to achieve outstanding results. Second, grow your self-awareness by undertaking a leadership course and then learn how to manage your behaviour to be the most effective leader you can be. Third, be willing to be honest with yourself and avoid the trap of hubris – both personally and organisationally. Today, the world demands better leaders – and the financial outcomes will be there for both you and your business when you become one. “A company is only as good as its people, their ability to deliver and the promises they keep”
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