How to Lead at Any Level

Whatever your role in your organization, every day you are faced with a choice – to lead, to manage, or to follow. At every level in your organization you are being called to lead.  Here are three ways you can be a more effective leader at any level in your company.

Focus on creating value. Seek out and recommend solutions to emerging challenges. Invest in your colleagues by supporting their efforts to create innovative ideas that will move your company forward. At the end of every day, make sure you know exactly how you created value.

Expand your circle of influence. Creating influence is about gaining the ear of those in a position to take action based on your recommendations. Expand your influence by expanding your network. Connect with influencers in your organization.

Have a vision. Most people will follow someone who can establish a vision that is authentic, clear and inspirational. Be willing to challenge your colleagues and teams. Commit to bringing out their best! 

Still not sure how to start leading?  Define what being a leader means to you. Become the leader you would want to follow.

-Cornelia Shipley, Career Coach
www.corneliashipley.com