Leadership Qualities
Leadership ![Lewis Howes]()
Nancy Duarte on Leading Others with Stories, Symbols and Ceremonies
Nancy Duarte is the founder of the design firm Duarte, Inc. which has consulted companies and leaders like Apple, Google and GE to create the speeches and presentations that have shaped the brands we love.
Radicals & Visionaries ![Carolyn Sun]()
How Mark Zuckerberg Wins at the Long Game -- And How You Can, Too
Facebook's mission statement may be 'move fast and break things,' but the CEO's strategy is thoughtful and consistent with his vision to connect the entire world.
Entrepreneur Mindset ![Gerard Adams]()
The First 5 Steps That Begin Your Entrepreneurial Journey
They're mostly mental but if enacted diligently, you too will discover that Fortune favors the prepared mind.
Office Politics ![Adam Siegel]()
5 Ways to Kill Your Startup's 'Office Politics' Before They Start
A company's early stages offer a golden opportunity to establish the values that will prevent discord down the road.
Bad Bosses ![Ric Kelly]()
6 Ways to Cope With, or Maybe Escape, Corporate Stockholm Syndrome.
There is a surprisingly large number of similarities between the helplessness of a hostage and the resigned attitude of somebody with a really overbearing boss.
Leadership ![Nina Zipkin]()
Introverts: 4 Ways to Be Yourself and Be a Charismatic Leader
Don't count out introverts. Many are incredibly effective managers for powerful reasons.
Leadership ![Catherine Clifford]()
Legendary Leaders Are Inspirational, Empathetic Master Psychologists
'In today's crazy world, leadership is about inspiring everyone you touch to be the best they can be,' says Kevin Roberts, global chairman of ad house Saatchi & Saatchi.
Leadership ![Steven Kaufman]()
The Journey From Expert to Guru Is 3 Simple-But-Powerful Steps
Attaining the status of a guru will not happen overnight, but it's worth the effort.
Trust ![Heather R. Huhman]()
This Is Why Employees Trust Their Co-Workers More Than You
Want to build trust? Increase transparency. Increase recognition. Place less emphasis on seniority.
Mentors
Yahoo's Chairman Reflects: What My Father's Early Departure Taught Me About Business
Yahoo's chairman recalls the lessons of fairness, coaching and helping others gleaned from the other paternal figures in his life.
How to Be a Super Manager ![Nina Zipkin]()
7 Powerful Lessons From Film That Can Teach Each of Us to Be a Super Manager
Learn how to help you help yourself -- and be the sort of great manager employees love -- using these cinematic examples as lessons.
Stress Management ![Sherrie Campbell]()
7 Ways to Master Poise Under Pressure
In times of turmoil people naturally follow the leader who is unruffled.
Leadership ![Scott Hansen]()
4 Ways to Power Through Fear and Maximize Success
Use the skills and drive that made you successful to overcome doubts and fears.
Professional improvement
These 3 Qualities Can Improve Sales Results
They sound simple, but they make a difference.
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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