Leading People

Leading People is a set of processes that keep an organisation functioning. They make it work today – they make it hit this quarter's numbers. The processes are about planning, budgeting, staffing, clarifying jobs, measuring performance, and problem-solving when results did not go to plan.

The simplest definition of a leader is someone who engages and empowers others in achieving a common goal. Beyond that statement, there is a lot of confusion about what leaders are and what makes them effective. By looking at common myths about leadership, you can dispel them and understand how to develop your own leadership skills.

Some people believe that leadership is an innate gift, the rare talent of a charismatic few. But that's a misconception. Leadership relies on core skills that can be learned.

In the workplace, leaders get results not by doing everything themselves, but by creating the conditions for others to succeed. Leaders help set a direction for the future and provide team members with the motivation and means to reach it. Throughout the process, they support individuals and groups in fulfilling their own potential.

What you will learn in this topic:

• Define your purpose, vision, and values

• Cultivate your emotional intelligence

• Build trust in your leadership

• Engage and motivate employees

• Lead with a global mindset