It's a common misconception, both from the wider public and people within an organisation, that leaders lead a somewhat glamorous life. It's an assumption that's incorrect, and ignores many of the traits that people need to embody in order to be considered a great leader. These pressures aren't unique to leaders of large companies overseeing hundreds of employees either. In fact,...
"Leaders are generally inadequate" - Sir Bob Geldof. Those powerful words came from an address Geldof gave earlier this year at an awards dinner hosted by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Sir Bob went further, stating that the very idea of leadership is overblown and he's sick of hearing about it. It was perfect timing for me as I sat down...
Ambitious leaders who are more traditional in their management style and approach seem to be finding it increasingly difficult to be as effective as required. The world is changing, becoming more volatile, unpredictable, ambiguous and complex - forcing leaders to look at themselves in a different light. However, as more companies seek to adopt a culture of open innovation and prepare...
What are you looking for in them as a leader? With them as your leader, what do they need to become to help you accomplish what you are wanting to achieve? ...
As the saying goes, you can’t be half pregnant – neither can you be half accountable if you want to be considered a true leader. Both in your head and heart - you know what needed to be done. And you know you needed to set a good personal example if you wanted to demonstrate effective leadership....