Leadership Skills

In an increasingly complex world, leadership has never been so challenging. Learn more about the key issues you are likely to face as a leader, and the skills and qualities you need to be a good one. As well as practical resources that will help you to evaluate and develop your leadership capabilities.
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6 Minutes

Leadership Styles – and When to Use Them

Explore various leadership styles, from commanding to coaching, and learn how to adapt your approach for different situations. Discover which style suits you best and how to implement it effectively.

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10 Minutes

Inclusive Leadership

Discover the essence of inclusive leadership and its benefits for teams and organizations. Explore the 5Cs framework, and practical tips on becoming an inclusive leader.

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7 Minutes

Steven Blue on Ambidextrous Leadership

A leader has a duty to their stakeholders. But what do you do when expectations clash? Can shareholders and employees all get what they want? In this expert video, businessman Steven Blue tells how and why leaders need to be "ambidextrous" to succeed.

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10 Minutes

Leading in a Virtual World

Can you be a good leader when you're not in the room? In this expert video, Dr Penny Pullan shares her advice for leading in a virtual world. Bringing together years of research, Penny offers unparalleled insights into being a good leader from a distance.

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5 Minutes

Introverted Leaders

Introverts have many qualities which can make them effective leaders. In this expert video, leadership and confidence coach Karolina Szweda explains how you can harness these attributes to be an authentic and credible leader.

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14 Minutes

Developing Leadership Presence

Can you cultivate the "aura" of a leader? Professor Adam Galinsky shares his thoughts on developing leadership presence through honing your leadership skills. Learn from the best in this Mindtools expert video.

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8 Minutes

Strategic Thinking for Leaders

Good strategy is the lifeblood of an organization. In this expert video, John Anderson offers his insights into strategic thinking for leaders.

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19 Minutes

Six Emotional Leadership Styles

Six different styles of leadership (Visionary, Coaching, Affiliative, Democratic, Commanding, and Pacesetting) stem from emotional intelligence.