There are many different kinds of leadership, and the style you choose could increase your chances of success. Research shows that participative leadership is usually more productive than authoritative models. What is participative leadership exactly? It’s a form of governance that shares power and encourages input. Management studies show that it can enhance outcomes and … [Read more...] about The Participative Approach to Leadership
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A Foolproof Formula for Becoming a Team Player
Unless you want to work in a lighthouse, being a team player will probably be part of your job description. It’s a question that comes up at most interviews, and it’s essential for job satisfaction and career advancement. It’s also something that you usually have to learn on the job. Over time, you’ll find an approach that matches your personality and workplace. Still, … [Read more...] about A Foolproof Formula for Becoming a Team Player
Leadership Skills: How to Deal With Dissent and Disobedience
Unless you’re a low-key despot, chances are that you don’t enjoy telling others what to do or reprimanding them. You probably don’t like being called out yourself and you might even question your right to tell anyone else what they’re doing wrong. Kudos to you if you feel that way! You have what it takes to be a good leader! It’s the power-mad despots that make for terrible … [Read more...] about Leadership Skills: How to Deal With Dissent and Disobedience
Empower Your Team and Become a Powerful Leader
Whether as a parent, manager, employee or instructor, most of us are going to experience leadership at some point in our lives. However, leadership doesn’t come naturally to many of us. We don’t know how to get people to “do as they’re told,” we don’t feel worthy of being put in charge, and we’re not sure how to deal with a crisis when things go wrong. The thought of taking … [Read more...] about Empower Your Team and Become a Powerful Leader