A Great Leader Part 9: Next Steps

Leaders change the world.

But even if you’re not interested in changing the world . . .

Becoming a stronger leader can have a positive effect on your personal and professional life. And regardless of your current skills, there is much you can do to improve your leadership abilities.

Finding a mentor can be among the best options for growing your skills. Take advantage of the books, videos, articles, and courses dedicated to teaching leadership skills and ideas.

An effective leader provides many benefits to his employer and his team. Leaders provide a vision, motivation, and direction while absorbing many of the unappealing components of a workplace team.

Historical leaders can provide inspiration and be examples of superb leadership skills in action.

Although more than half of all effective leaders are extroverts, introverts have several advantages in leadership roles. Avoid allowing an introverted personality to be an obstacle. It’s really a blessing in disguise.

Becoming a more skillful leader requires education and experience. You’re unlikely to enhance your skills without time and effort. Take advantage of leadership opportunities, and your skills will grow.

Great leaders are made.

“Great leaders in great companies recognize that the ability to constantly learn, innovate, and improve is vital to their success.” – Amy Edmondson

Start taking your next steps today for making yourself a great leader.

Resources
A Great Leader Part 1: Introduction
A Great Leader Part 2: Born or Made?
A Great Leader Part 3: Leverage
A Great Leader Part 4: Qualities
A Great Leader Part 5: Contributions
A Great Leader Part 6: Introvert?
A Great Leader Part 7: Skills
A Great Leader Part 8: Examples

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