Leadership -- Can it be developed?

Can leadership be developed or do you have to be born a leader? As thriving, learning people, I believe that leaders can be born and can be developed. For some it comes easily. For others, it is work. The work and the journey there can be worth it and the outcome incredible. There are some keys to building your leadership skills:

• Develop your confidence. Do things that build your confidence and ability to speak in front of others.
• Coach a sports team
• Join Toastmasters
• Step out of your comfort zone through activities you choose
• Listen deeply to the people around you
• Share yourself with others, your knowledge, your wisdom
• Study leaders, practice leadership
• Read
  
• Create your vision, share your vision, welcome input, and listen deeply.
• Become a coach for your staff and your team.

Leadership that works takes courage, humbleness, wisdom and commitment to the shared vision and the team.

All the best,
Donna