🚀 Unlock Your Leadership Potential: Embrace the 360-Degree Leader Within! 💫 "Leadership is not about titles, positions, or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another." - John C. Maxwell 🌟 💼 The Biggest Mistake About Leadership: Many believe that only those at the top of the hierarchy are the true leaders. But leadership is not confined to a title or a position. It is a mindset and a way of being. A leader is not just a "boss". A true leader inspires, empowers, and serves! 💡💪 📚 According to John C. Maxwell, effective leadership happens at all levels of an organisation, not just at the top. This is the essence of being a “360-Degree Leader”. 💫 🔄 Lead in Every Direction: 🔷 Lead Up 📈: Influence your superiors through integrity, hard work, and innovative ideas. 🔷 Lead Across 🤝: Collaborate and motivate your peers, fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect. 🔷 Lead Down 📉: Empower and guide those who report to you, nurturing their growth and potential. 🔷 Lead Yourself 💡: Develop self-discipline, continuous learning, and self-awareness. Your personal leadership is the foundation for all other directions. 🔥 How & Why You Should Embrace 360-Degree Leadership: 🔷 Empowerment: When everyone leads, everyone is empowered. This cultivates a more dynamic and resilient organisation. 🔷 Innovation: Diverse leadership perspectives bring fresh ideas and solutions, driving innovation. 🔷 Engagement: Employees feel valued and engaged when they are encouraged to lead, increasing job satisfaction and retention. 🌟 Get Involved! 🌟 👉 Follow for more insights on leadership development and personal growth. 👉 Comment below with your own leadership stories and how you lead in different directions. 👉 Share this post to inspire others to embrace their inner leader! Remember, no matter your position, YOU have the power to lead and make a difference! 🌠 #Leadership #360DegreeLeader #Inspiration #JohnCMaxwell #SimonSinek #Empowerment #Growth #Teamwork #Innovation #EmployeeEngagement #LeadByExample #LeadershipDevelopment #FollowForMore #CommentBelow #ShareYourStory Thanks to Victoria Repa for the Infograph 🙏
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Leadership Styles: Driving Success vs. Hindering Growth In every organization, the approach and behavior of leaders significantly impact the overall environment and outcomes. Reflecting on this, it’s essential to recognize the traits that define leaders who truly deliver and those who inadvertently destroy. Effective leaders are transparent, utilizing their authority thoughtfully to create an atmosphere where motivation thrives. They are not just focused on results but also on the journey, ensuring that performance is achieved ethically and with integrity. They address issues head-on and maintain a balanced view of both successes and failures, using each as a learning opportunity. Goals are seen as dynamic and adaptable to inspire and challenge their teams positively. They prioritize responsibility and wield their influence with a deep understanding of organizational dynamics, avoiding unnecessary political maneuvering. On the flip side, leaders who struggle often fall into patterns of withholding information and using fear-based tactics. They may overlook bad behavior if it leads to desired outcomes and can become overly fixated on rigid, unchanging goals. Their focus on accountability without fostering genuine responsibility can create an environment of mistrust and anxiety. Additionally, their fear of losing power may lead them to engage in counterproductive political behavior, undermining the team's morale and cohesion. Reflecting on these traits, it’s clear that the path to becoming a leader who delivers is rooted in mindfulness, adaptability, and a commitment to fostering a healthy, transparent, and motivating work environment. What steps are you taking to ensure you lead effectively? Share your thoughts and experiences below! #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipMatters #EffectiveLeadership #LeadershipStyles #Motivation #WorkplaceCulture #Management #TeamBuilding #OrganizationalCulture #Inspiration #PerformanceManagement #Transparency #Accountability #SuccessInLeadership #sayedasadiqahussain
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𝗦𝗶𝘅 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗮… 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗢𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗮’𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀, 𝘀𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲: 𝟭. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 Leadership qualities are not acquired overnight. Consistent effort and persistence are required to develop and maintain desired traits such as honesty and hard work. 𝟮. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 Effective leadership is not accidental; it requires intentional practice. Leaders must actively work on embodying the values and behaviors they wish to see in themselves and others. 𝟯. 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 Growth often occurs through facing challenges and overcoming obstacles. Leaders should not shy away from difficult situations but embrace them as opportunities for personal and professional development. 𝟰. 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁 Leaders should encourage a growth mindset among their team members, emphasizing the importance of effort and resilience in achieving success. 𝟱. 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 Leaders must lead by example, demonstrating the behaviors and attitudes they expect from their team members. Consistently practicing desired traits reinforces their importance and sets a positive example for others to follow. 𝟲. 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 Regular reflection on one's experiences and challenges allows for continuous learning and improvement. Leaders should encourage self-reflection and provide opportunities for feedback and growth. Please share your thoughts on the relevance of repetition in leadership… (Video Credit; To the respective owner) 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! #Leadership #Leaders #Transformation #leadershipdevelopment #leadershiptraining #teambuilding #outboundtraining #experientialtraining
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Think of leadership as a dance, like the tango. It takes technical precision (drive) and emotional connection (empathy) to lead effectively. Yet, our research on over 4,000 leaders reveals a surprising truth: only 15% excel in both. Why does it matter? 👉 Leaders with high empathy foster engaged, connected teams, even if their drive isn’t top-tier. 👉Conversely, high drive without empathy often alienates teams, resulting in disengagement. Those who master both? They rank in the 91st percentile for leadership effectiveness, driving innovation, performance, and trust. If you want to grow your empathy and become a more balanced leader, here are five practical ways: 1️⃣ Eliminate Double Standards: Hold yourself to the same rules as your team. Consistency builds trust. 2️⃣ Prioritize Development Daily: Use everyday moments to mentor and coach—growth isn’t reserved for quarterly reviews. 3️⃣ Inspire, Don’t Push: Share a compelling vision that motivates your team to climb the mountain, not just hit targets. 4️⃣ Leverage Differences: Create environments where diverse perspectives thrive and lead to better collaboration. 5️⃣ Seek Feedback, Act on It: Ask for ways to improve—and show your team you’re listening by making changes. Empathy isn’t a “nice-to-have”; it’s a business imperative. By pairing it with drive, you’ll not only transform your leadership but also create teams that thrive—no matter the challenges ahead. What’s one way you’ve recently practiced empathy as a leader? Share in comments👇 #Leadership #Empathy #Drive #TeamEngagement #WorkplaceInnovation
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 I had the pleasure of meeting with a longtime client for lunch and the main topic of discussion was "The lost art of leadership." What attributes of a person make them a strong leader, how do you train new ones and how do we get our newer generation up to speed on how to become strong leaders. 𝗔𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. In the spirit of the conversation I have included the top 3 characteristics we look for when vetting individuals for leadership positions and have included some resources. 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻 A strong leader provides a clear, compelling vision for their team. Simon Sinek, in his book Start With Why, emphasizes the importance of understanding the “why” behind your actions. Leaders with vision inspire others by connecting their goals to a larger purpose. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 Empathy is a cornerstone of effective leadership. Brené Brown, in Dare to Lead, highlights how vulnerability and emotional connection foster trust and resilience. Leaders who listen and value their teams’ perspectives create cultures of mutual respect and psychological safety. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 Resilient leaders stay composed and optimistic even in the face of adversity. Angela Duckworth, in Grit, argues that passion and perseverance are essential for achieving long-term goals. Leaders with resilience inspire their teams to persist through challenges. Leaders who embody these traits not only achieve results but also leave a lasting impact on their teams and organizations. The "𝘌𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘌𝘥𝘨𝘦" Training & Development program is a premier, all-encompassing experience designed to elevate your leadership skills and strategies! Join us as we dive into key leadership attributes, strategies to incorporate them into your daily routine, coaching techniques for leadership and mid-management teams, and tools to assess your team’s current Leadership IQ. Contact johanna@artemishou.com with the subject line "executive edge" for details and take the first step toward transforming your leadership journey. #Executives #Managers #Leadership #Grit #Vision #Integrity #Resilience
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 I had the pleasure of meeting with a longtime client for lunch and the main topic of discussion was "The lost art of leadership." What attributes of a person make them a strong leader, how do you train new ones and how do we get our newer generation up to speed on how to become strong leaders. 𝗔𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲—𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. In the spirit of the conversation I have included the top 3 characteristics we look for when vetting individuals for leadership positions and have included some resources. 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻 A strong leader provides a clear, compelling vision for their team. Simon Sinek, in his book Start With Why, emphasizes the importance of understanding the “why” behind your actions. Leaders with vision inspire others by connecting their goals to a larger purpose. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 Empathy is a cornerstone of effective leadership. Brené Brown, in Dare to Lead, highlights how vulnerability and emotional connection foster trust and resilience. Leaders who listen and value their teams’ perspectives create cultures of mutual respect and psychological safety. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 Resilient leaders stay composed and optimistic even in the face of adversity. Angela Duckworth, in Grit, argues that passion and perseverance are essential for achieving long-term goals. Leaders with resilience inspire their teams to persist through challenges. Leaders who embody these traits not only achieve results but also leave a lasting impact on their teams and organizations. The "𝘌𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘌𝘥𝘨𝘦" Training & Development program is a premier, all-encompassing experience designed to elevate your leadership skills and strategies! Join us as we dive into key leadership attributes, strategies to incorporate them into your daily routine, coaching techniques for leadership and mid-management teams, and tools to assess your team’s current Leadership IQ. Contact johanna@artemishou.com with the subject line "executive edge" for details and take the first step toward transforming your leadership journey. #Executives #Managers #Leadership #Grit #Vision #Integrity #Resilience
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Spotting Leadership Potential in Non-Managerial Roles. Leadership isn’t just about titles—it’s about actions and behaviors. Even in roles that aren't managerial, employees can show strong leadership qualities that senior leadership should take notice of. It's not about checking off every single trait but rather looking at how well-rounded an individual is. What predominant trait makes a person stand out as a leader? So, what traits should leaders be on the lookout for? Here are some key signs of leadership potential in employees, even before they have the title: Initiative: Do they take the lead in solving problems without waiting for direction? #Accountability: Do they own their successes and failures, always striving for improvement? #Empathy: Are they attuned to their team’s needs, offering support when it’s needed most? #Problem-Solving: Do they approach challenges with creativity and resourcefulness? #Curiosity: Are they naturally curious, eager to learn beyond their immediate responsibilities, and interested in how their work impacts the bigger picture? #Communication: Can they clearly express their ideas and offer constructive feedback? #Autonomy: Are they self-directed, managing their work without constant oversight? #Collaboration: Do they encourage teamwork and positively influence their peers? #Adaptability: How well do they handle change and unexpected obstacles? #Long-Term Vision: Can they see the bigger picture and think about the future impact of their work? #Team Dynamics: Are they working to encourage the performance and morale of the team from their role? Recognizing these traits early is essential. Employees who consistently demonstrate leadership qualities are not only valuable to the current team but are also the future leaders who will drive your organization forward. 🌟 Keep an eye out—leadership may be closer than you think! #Leadership #Management #Teamwork #CareerGrowth #EmployeeDevelopment #LeadershipPotential #Curiosity #FutureLeaders
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5 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬!! 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒊𝒔 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒂 𝒕𝒊𝒕𝒍𝒆 - 𝒊𝒕'𝒔 𝒂 𝒋𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒏𝒆𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒐𝒖𝒔 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒑𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. In our rapidly changing world, the qualities that define a successful leader are constantly evolving. Recently, I had insightful discussions with my leadership clients across various industries, delving deep into what makes leaders truly exceptional. From these conversations, I distilled five key habits that distinguish not just good leaders, but great ones. 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖'𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒐𝒓 𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒑𝒆𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒔, 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒑𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒓: 💡 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 ↳ The best leaders are visionaries. They set clear, actionable goals and make their vision compelling to everyone on their team. It's about more than just having a vision - it's about bringing it to life in a way that inspires and unites. ⏰ 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 ↳ Time is our most limited resource, and successful leaders know how to make the most of it. They focus on what truly matters, cutting through the noise to achieve more with less - without compromising on quality. 🔋 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 ↳ Ever wonder how some leaders always seem to have the energy to keep going? They master the art of managing their physical, emotional, and mental energy. Knowing when to push and when to recharge keeps their performance consistently high. 👂 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 ↳ Great leaders listen more than they speak. They listen to understand, not just to respond. This deep listening helps them grasp the nuances of team dynamics, leading to more informed decisions that benefit everyone. 🤝 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 ↳ No leader can do it all. The smartest leaders delegate effectively, empowering their teams and building trust. This not only lightens their load but also boosts team morale and fosters the growth of future leaders. 𝑬𝒎𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒉𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒕𝒔 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒔𝒊𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒍𝒚 𝒆𝒏𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒑 𝒆𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔. Which of these habits resonates most with you? #leadership #success #management #goalsetting #timemanagement #energymanagement #activelistening #delegation #leadershipdevelopment #continuouslearning
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I love Joe Folkman's parallelism of leadership to tango—it beautifully illustrates the delicate balance of drive and empathy. Leadership isn’t about choosing one over the other; it’s about integrating both with consistency. Mastering this balance doesn’t happen overnight. It’s the result of intentional practice, self-awareness, and a commitment to growth. Each day is an opportunity to refine your “steps,” connect more deeply, and lead with purpose. Over time, you’ll create a rhythm that inspires trust, drives results, and builds thriving teams. Leadership is a dance—keep practicing, and you’ll find your flow. #leadershiptango #empathyinaction #growththroughconsistency
Co-Founder, Global Authority in Psychometrics and Research, Leadership, and Change. Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Executive Coach.
Think of leadership as a dance, like the tango. It takes technical precision (drive) and emotional connection (empathy) to lead effectively. Yet, our research on over 4,000 leaders reveals a surprising truth: only 15% excel in both. Why does it matter? 👉 Leaders with high empathy foster engaged, connected teams, even if their drive isn’t top-tier. 👉Conversely, high drive without empathy often alienates teams, resulting in disengagement. Those who master both? They rank in the 91st percentile for leadership effectiveness, driving innovation, performance, and trust. If you want to grow your empathy and become a more balanced leader, here are five practical ways: 1️⃣ Eliminate Double Standards: Hold yourself to the same rules as your team. Consistency builds trust. 2️⃣ Prioritize Development Daily: Use everyday moments to mentor and coach—growth isn’t reserved for quarterly reviews. 3️⃣ Inspire, Don’t Push: Share a compelling vision that motivates your team to climb the mountain, not just hit targets. 4️⃣ Leverage Differences: Create environments where diverse perspectives thrive and lead to better collaboration. 5️⃣ Seek Feedback, Act on It: Ask for ways to improve—and show your team you’re listening by making changes. Empathy isn’t a “nice-to-have”; it’s a business imperative. By pairing it with drive, you’ll not only transform your leadership but also create teams that thrive—no matter the challenges ahead. What’s one way you’ve recently practiced empathy as a leader? Share in comments👇 #Leadership #Empathy #Drive #TeamEngagement #WorkplaceInnovation
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Co-Founder, Global Authority in Psychometrics and Research, Leadership, and Change. Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Executive Coach.
Think of leadership as a dance, like the tango. It takes technical precision (drive) and emotional connection (empathy) to lead effectively. Yet, our research on over 4,000 leaders reveals a surprising truth: only 15% excel in both. Why does it matter? 👉 Leaders with high empathy foster engaged, connected teams, even if their drive isn’t top-tier. 👉Conversely, high drive without empathy often alienates teams, resulting in disengagement. Those who master both? They rank in the 91st percentile for leadership effectiveness, driving innovation, performance, and trust. If you want to grow your empathy and become a more balanced leader, here are five practical ways: 1️⃣ Eliminate Double Standards: Hold yourself to the same rules as your team. Consistency builds trust. 2️⃣ Prioritize Development Daily: Use everyday moments to mentor and coach—growth isn’t reserved for quarterly reviews. 3️⃣ Inspire, Don’t Push: Share a compelling vision that motivates your team to climb the mountain, not just hit targets. 4️⃣ Leverage Differences: Create environments where diverse perspectives thrive and lead to better collaboration. 5️⃣ Seek Feedback, Act on It: Ask for ways to improve—and show your team you’re listening by making changes. Empathy isn’t a “nice-to-have”; it’s a business imperative. By pairing it with drive, you’ll not only transform your leadership but also create teams that thrive—no matter the challenges ahead. What’s one way you’ve recently practiced empathy as a leader? Share in comments👇 #Leadership #Empathy #Drive #TeamEngagement #WorkplaceInnovation
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The very leadership qualities that got you here might be the ones holding your team back. Here's what some leaders don't realize. Leadership effectiveness isn't about personality types or fixed categories. It's about mastering a delicate balance of specific skills. There are 3 leadership styles and as the adage goes, even the strongest qualities can become limitations: • The Puller (People-First Leader) ↳ Thrives on empathy and deep connection ↳ Builds remarkable psychological safety ↳ But can sacrifice results through over-accommodation ↳ Can cause team stagnation despite engagement • The Pusher (Task-First Leader) ↳ Drives exceptional clarity and execution ↳ Consistently delivers on objectives ↳ Yet can frequently create unsustainable pressure ↳ Teams achieve but can eventually burn out or disengage/leave But here's where it gets interesting. The most effective and inspirational leaders don't just find a middle ground. They've mastered something far more powerful: The Authentic & High Performing leader. What makes this approach transformative? • It combines the Puller's emotional intelligence with the Pusher's results focus • It creates sustainable high performance without sacrificing wellbeing • It transforms both team capability and engagement simultaneously, unlocking its potential. The evidence is compelling: Research from Michigan's Ross School of Business shows that leaders who master this balance don't just outperform their peers - they create teams that sustain excellence over time. But here's the crucial insight most miss: This balance isn't innate. It's not about finding a moderate middle ground. It's about consciously developing specific skills that amplify both your relationship impact and your results clarity. The journey begins with one fundamental shift: The Power of Mindset to lead with emotional intelligence balancing both emotions & logic to bring about sustainable results. Ready to discover how your current leadership approach might be limiting your team's potential? #leadership #leadershipstyles #leadershiptests #empathy #Emotionalintelligence #Leadercoach #Teamleadership
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