by Kate Mercer | Nov 8, 2015 | Leadership
In part 1 of ‘Leadership 101’, we looked at what the key aspects and attributes of leadership are, those vital for developing skills that will last throughout your working life. In part 2, we turn our focus instead to leadership styles. Good leaders are...
by Kate Mercer | Oct 20, 2015 | Leadership
From the myriad models of leadership, here’s our own three-dimensional approach. It’s a valuable perspective from which to think about, reflect on, and implement leadership. You can usefully explore ‘Leadership’ through three aspects: strategy,...
by Kate Mercer | Sep 16, 2015 | Leadership
There’s no one leadership style that will work in all situations. We look at the four main identified leadership styles and recommend which style to use in which circumstance. Does it matter if there isn’t really such a thing as a definitive leadership...
by Kate Mercer | Jul 22, 2015 | Leadership
We look at where, as a leader, your formal authority ends, and where genuine leadership kicks in, in order to make real changes: Your formal authority cannot create genuine change Change often brings uncertainty, loss, and pain for those it touches – usually the...
by Kate Mercer | Jun 22, 2015 | Leadership
The most common misconceptions about leadership influence your way of thinking about yourself, your life and your everyday challenges. Do you recognise yourself in the following? “Leadership means dominating others” Your influence as a leader depends on many factors...
