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How to be a leader
How to be a leader? Is a question I ask myself a lot
As I learn about how to be a leader, I share what I have learned.
I have often considered ‘how to be a leader’? It has not been an easy journey for me. As an entrepreneur I often like to just do things myself. However, to grow a business I have had to learn. And also how to manage people effectively.
In this series of blogs I explore what it has taken for me to go on this journey. I have also read many books and attended many seminars. What I learned from these I share in my posts. Each post explores a business persons approach to leadership. This has not been an easy journey.
Have you asked yourself about your own leadership style? And what it would take to go from being a good leader to a great leader. I ask myself that question most days. It is a question that continues to challenge me.
Let me know if this is of assistance as you go on your own leadership journey.
Catch up on the Business Leadership blog posts
The five new rules of work (connectedness will be critical)
I shared with business leaders this morning how I (and others) see workplaces shifting and evolving. For some it will feel more like a revolution than an evolution. Teams will be brought together - who may never meet... working anywhere on the planet. People will work...
10 steps to building the best employee recognition program
I find myself in a fortunate position of regularly being able to speak to audiences about my passions and sense of purpose. And as I shared today with the Chartered Accountants Business Forum, that a considerable part of why I do what I do is about promoting people's...
Exhilerating week to amplify Australian leadership
Last week was one 'out of the box'... a moment to reflect on the momentum that is gathering around entrepreneurship and leadership throughout the Australian business community. Some years ago I used to write posts about 'what is coming up for me this week' – but I...
How Business Leaders ‘Do It All’
“How do you do it all?” This is a question every woman leader seems to be asked, but this question is relevant for all busy people and all people who aspire to leadership. 'Leadership' can seem like a big word. Many people are reluctant to give themselves that title,...
One hour with Jeff Weiner – Global CEO Linkedin
When you are given the opportunity of an hour with the CEO of the world’s largest professional network, i.e. the 313 million people who are part of the global LinkedIn network, you know it is a significant moment in your career. Instantly my mind started racing – What...
There are no shortcuts in leadership
I was recently interviewed for News.com.au on my thoughts on leadership – I thought I would share them here too. What is the biggest challenge you face/have faced as a leader in Australian business? At RedBalloon, we work hard to ensure that our employees have a great...
Six gold nuggets on great mentoring.
I sometimes find myself in a difficult situation – I receive on average one request per day about becoming a mentor. This is flattering and I always want to 'help' - but I often don't think I am qualified. I happily share from my experience and what I have learned...
About leadership from a great leader
Ann Sherry AO has had what I would describe as a 'non-linear' career. However there is at it's core a consistency in her dedication to improve the working lives of those around her. Much has been written about