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Want to be a successful leader? Learn how to bounce back.
One of the most important leadership traits is
resilience. Because it's so closely linked to the dreaded "F" word - failure - it can often be a difficult skill to acquire. Studies have shown that resilience is key to becoming a successful leader, but bouncing back in the face of failure can be an especially fraught challenge for women. The question for leaders is not if they will fail, but how they recover.
It's not easy, but these 10 powerful female leaders have figured out how to flourish, both personally and professionally.
Leading a large company can be challenging. At the same time, it can be an opportunity for tremendous personal and professional growth. Authority Magazine recently ran an interview series called "Women of the C-Suite," where hundreds of women executives shared their thoughts about how one can not only succeed but thrive in a leadership position. Here are 10 highlights from the interviews.
The best leaders are people-centered; they aspire to lead by serving others first, and everything else follows with exceptional results.
In the words of Robert K. Greenleaf, the man who kicked the servant leadership movement into high gear decades ago, "The servant-leader is servant first ... It begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first. Then conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead." Here's an updated list of what makes a great servant leader and, in turn, how instantly identifiable they become in the eyes of their followers.
All great leaders share these 14 powerful traits.
It may seem like some people are gifted with leadership skills, but the truth is most leadership traits can be learned, adopted and strengthened with time and practice. Whether you're just starting out as a leader, or have been leading for a while, you'll be sure to benefit from knowing the essential traits that all great leaders possess.
One leadership skill that's often overlooked but fundamental to success: to be open no matter what. It's a simple principle, especially when it comes to leadership.
He was a smart leader, but he wasn't respected by many people in his organization. I was brought in to coach him and our first couple of conversations were not merely unpleasant but downright hostile. And then he surprised me by quietly asking, "What do I have to do to become a leader that people follow?"
Here are five self-help books that will actually change your life.
Some people can't get enough of self-help books. Others are more skeptical. For those of us who want to better ourselves but aren't regulars in the self-help aisle, where should we turn? Here are five recommendations from an author who literally wrote the book on the self-help industry.
Trust is a powerful leadership skill. Leaders who have the trust of their employees are more likely to drive change that impacts organizational performance.
Building a culture of trust starts at the top and requires a candid and transparent approach to leadership. So how do you build a culture of trust? Don't be afraid to experiment. Be comfortable with some level of uncertainty and ambiguity. Understand you are experimenting to learn rather than produce immediate results. This demonstrates you are willing to make changes based on the potential learning value to the organization.
Combatting gender bias and self-doubt, head on.
Working in a climate where you've been historically excluded - like research labs, corporate boardrooms, or even Congress - can lead women to question their abilities. While employers should certainly look for ways to combat gender bias, there are steps women can take on their own to feel more confident in their career journey. Journaling, focusing on your past successes and allowing yourself time to reboot after a setback are all tactics you can employ to ensure you don't succumb to your own self-fulfilling prophecy.
Watch your productivity soar after you first focus on your health and happiness.
Charlotte Mary Brown, CEO and President of VSNRY, struggled to find her footing after leaving the male-dominated corporate world. She found that having a "Power Circle" of advisors helped her build high levels of self-awareness and self-worth. "The most innovative, creative, efficient, impactful and value-accretive work that I have ever created happens when I am simultaneously happy, healthy and living in a location where I thrive."
Neuroscientists point to a few relatively minor changes to your daily routine that can bring big benefits for brain health, along with higher productivity in the short term, and better cognitive health throughout your life.
Some of the most effective ways to make your brain work better involve simple daily habits that can have a big effect on your ability to solve problems effectively and perform well at mental tasks. Most of them are fairly straightforward, common-sense things nearly anyone can do. Consider working on these habits if you aren't already. Your brain will be happier if you do.
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