"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way and shows the way." — John C. Maxwell
But is a leader born or made? A question that has been discussed a million times, and I'm sure you have your personal opinion about it. But either way, made or born, becoming a great leader is a journey and not an end goal we can achieve by a specific date.
Since every leader faces their own journey, why not give them support and tools to make it targeted, exciting, and rewarding? That's what leadership development is for: Helping your leaders lead and succeed by building on their potential and eliminating roadblocks to inspire others with a clear vision, values, and purpose.
So, what is leadership development, and why is it so valuable? Too often, people think that 'leader' is the new and fancier title for 'manager,' so they call themselves 'leader' due to their position. But that's not what makes a leader… being a leader is something you have to (l)earn.
These are three main pillars of outstanding leadership:
Self-Awareness - understanding who you are as a person and leader, including your strengths, weaknesses, values, motivations, and leadership style.
Core Skills - including communication, decision-making, problem-solving, strategic and critical thinking, and emotional intelligence.
People Management - building high-performing teams, motivating employees, and fostering a positive work environment.
Investing in these pillars through training, coaching, mentoring, and self-directed learning to build a strong leadership pipeline, boost overall performance, and create a culture of excellence is crucial for every company that thinks long-term. And I would be excited to accompany you on that.
But leadership development doesn't end there. I highly recommend creating and implementing leadership principles to ensure outstanding leadership at all levels.
What are Leadership Principles?
They are unique core values, behaviors, and standards that guide leaders' behavior and decision-making. They serve as a compass, outlining how leaders should act, interact, and approach challenges, being specifically tailored to your company's needs and business goals.
Combining leadership development and principles will fortify your company's leadership and company culture, elevating motivation, cohesion, and work ethics while delivering high-quality and sustainable results.
Let's discuss how I can help your leaders lead and succeed in the long term.