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There are a number of different factors and variables that can influence the success of any business or organisation. Arguably one of the most important ones, though, is its people. Behind any high-performing organisation, you will also find a high-performing team – that is, a cohesive and aligned team that has the same vision, goals,…
There are a number of different factors and variables that come into play when it comes to business growth and entrepreneurial success, of which leadership is just one. However, the importance of leadership really cannot be underestimated when it comes to maximising entrepreneurial success. Effective leadership has long been seen as a key driver for…
“The mastermind effect” is something that you hear talked about quite a lot in the business and personal development space. But what actually is the mastermind effect, and what does it mean for leaders? The idea of the mastermind effect goes back to Napoleon Hill’s 1937 book, “Think and Grow Rich”. In this book, Hill…
The Role of Self-Care in Women’s Leadership Programs Self-care plays an important role in supporting our overall health and wellbeing, both physically and mentally. For one thing, allowing enough time for self-care allows us to invest in ourselves by taking time out from our work so that we can do things we enjoy, or which…
Global Perspectives on Women’s Leadership Programs Women’s leadership programs play an important role in empowering and supporting the development of aspiring and future female leaders. Certainly, almost all women who are wanting to level up their careers and step up into a leadership position can benefit from taking part in a women’s leadership program, as…
When we talk about “soft skills”, we are talking about different skills or qualities that help us to perform better in the workplace. Although these skills may not be specific to our company or our roles as leaders, they are all very important skills that will help us to perform better within our leadership roles.…
The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Executive Coaching Executive coaching covers a number of technical and soft skills that support aspiring leaders to move into leadership roles. There are many important skills that people associate with being an effective leader, such as communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, decision making, problem solving, and influencing. However, there is…
When we talk about strategic planning, we are basically talking about the process of mapping out the direction or vision you have for your business’s future, including your ultimate goals and objectives and how you intend to get there. Strategic planning is just one of the responsibilities held by female leaders. For new and emerging…
Effective Communication Strategies for Women Leaders Effective communication is one of the biggest cornerstones for business success. As a female leader, you will be responsible for setting the strategic vision and direction for your business, which you will then need to communicate to your team. For this reason, it is imperative that you possess the…
Resilience and mental toughness are two terms that you have often used interchangeably. However, these two important qualities are actually slightly different things. Mental toughness means that you are able to perform well under stress and pressure, whereas resilience means that you are able to bounce back from any challenges or setbacks that you may…