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Leadership Qualities

'I Would Probably Be Dead or in Jail.' How Dave Fox Went From Struggling With Addiction to Living Life on His Terms.
Overcoming Obstacles

'I Would Probably Be Dead or in Jail.' How Dave Fox Went From Struggling With Addiction to Living Life on His Terms.

You can live like a victim or see every problem as an opportunity.
The Oracles | 5 min read
WNBA Legend Sue Bird Is Addicted to the Process of Winning

WNBA Legend Sue Bird Is Addicted to the Process of Winning

The Seattle Storm point guard shares her thoughts on winning championships and the byproducts of finding her voice.
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10 Traits All Successful Entrepreneurs Share

10 Traits All Successful Entrepreneurs Share

While there's no foolproof map to entrepreneurial greatness, these qualities are consistent.
Thomas Smale | 6 min read
10 Popular Myths About Leadership and How to Overcome Them

10 Popular Myths About Leadership and How to Overcome Them

Leadership is bestowed on whoever is willing to make decisions and take responsibility for the consequences.
John Rampton | 9 min read
5 Core Strategies for Cultivating Executive Presence

5 Core Strategies for Cultivating Executive Presence

Here's how to lead with influence, rather than authority.
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Leadership Qualities

Leadership qualities are the distinguishing characteristics and attributes of good leaders. Leadership and its qualities have been the subject of study throughout history. Whether leaders are born and not made can still be a matter of debate. What makes a great leader is far from a clear-cut formula of traits and talents. But they do share some things in common. In business, or in any field, an effective leader often exhibits the following:

  • Vision
  • Trustworthiness
  • Communication skills
  • Team-building skills
  • Confidence
  • Inspiration
  • Competency
  • Assertiveness

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