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How to be a great leader

Maria Hicks

Leadership skills take time to discover

Hurrah, you're a leader! Having a leadership role is a great compliment to you as you would have been successful in getting the role.


But becoming a great leader is a tough challenge. A recent article by Forbes suggests that empathy is the most important leadership skill as we deal with the aftermath of the pandemic and finding our way through a new normal. 


The research suggests that empathic leadership results in an increase in innovation, engagement and retention, inclusivity and a better work-life balance. 


Being a leader is not something that can be achieved simply by doing a course. Finding your leadership style takes time and is as much about knowing yourself and understanding your beliefs as you continuously adapt and grow in your role as a leader. 


I work with clients who are new in leadership roles to support them as they navigate this road of discovery and insight. Becoming a great leader is the ultimate achievement as this impacts so many more people than just yourself. 


Drop me a note if you’re interested in finding out what kind of leader you want to be.

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