Whether you work for someone else or run your own business, good leadership skills can have a very positive impact on your professional success. Great leaders have what it takes to guide their teams toward a common goal. Despite common belief, no one is born a natural leader. Anyone has the capacity to thrive in a leadership role with the right education! Check out the following resources from Keetria to take your leadership skills up a notch.
Get a Formal Education
While you don’t need a formal education to become a leader, pursuing a formal degree or diploma can prove invaluable.
- Formal training will teach you tried and true leadership methods that you can employ in your own business.
- Attending university is a fantastic opportunity to network with other leaders.
- At school, you will learn how to think critically and take other perspectives — key traits of any effective leader.
- Earning an online MBA degree is a great option for working professionals.
Learn on The Go
If you’re short on time, find creative ways to fit learning into your day! Audiobooks and podcasts are great for learning on the go.
- Listen to podcasts while cooking dinner or cleaning the house.
- Play an audiobook during your daily commute.
- Read e-books while waiting for appointments.
- Find ways to learn on the job.
Improve Your Communication Skills
Communication plays a key role in leadership. If you’re looking to improve your leadership skills, try learning how to be a better communicator.
- The best leaders are great at expressing ideas and sharing information with groups.
- Remember, listening is an important element of effective communication.
- When in doubt, overcommunication is always better than under-communication.
- Master nonverbal communication to enhance your leadership efficacy.
Learning how to be a good leader won’t happen overnight. Every day, dedicate some time towards learning and practicing the skills that will help you succeed.
Keetria is an entrepreneur, wellness advocate, and brand strategy coach for creatives & entrepreneurs with 16 years of public relations expertise working with some of the world’s leading brands, startups, media personalities, and entertainers. If you would like to work together, don’t hesitate to reach out!
