Wednesday Wisdom: Top 10 Leadership Skills Part 2
15/11/2023
Today's Wednesday Wisdom is brought to you by, Indra Books, Founder and CEO of Agility for All. Do you have a question? Post it in the comments.
In today's Wednesday Wisdom, we continue with the top 10 skills that leaders need in today's changing market. If you recall, numbers one through five were adaptability, emotional intelligence, communication, visionary thinking, and strategic thinking.
Today we pick up with number six, problem solving. The ability to identify and solve problems efficiently is critical. Leaders need to be proactive in finding innovative solutions and encouraging a problem solving mindset within their teams.
Number seven, empowerment effect. Leaders empower their team members by delegating authority, encouraging autonomy, and providing them with the resources and support they need to succeed. They trust their team and foster an environment of growth and development.
Number eight, resilience. Leadership often involves facing challenges and setbacks. Resilient leaders can bounce back from adversity, maintain a positive attitude, and inspire their team to persevere and overcome obstacles.
Number nine, collaboration and team building. Leaders should be skilled in building diverse and inclusive teams. Fostering collaboration and leveraging the strengths of each team member. They create an environment where individuals feel valued and motivated to contribute their best.
And number 10, continuous learning. Leaders must be committed to their own personal and professional development. They stay updated with industry trends, seek out new knowledge and encourage a culture of continuous learning within their organization.
These skills combined with integrity, empathy, and a strong work ethic can help leaders navigate the complexities of today's world and drive their organizations towards success.
And that is today's Wednesday Wisdom. Don't forget if you have a question post it in the comments. Tune in next week for our next segment and catch up on past episodes on our blog page.
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INDRA A. BOOKS
With 25 years of award-winning coaching and leadership experience, Indra has a passion for helping companies, teams, and individuals bring about meaningful, goal-oriented transformations which are firmly grounded in Agile principles. She currently works from Spain with companies around the world to achieve sustainable growth based on true agility; helping them make value-based changes and see results with high-performing teams.
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