Editor’s Note

Editor’s Note

What makes a good leader in the eyes of a millennial? Expectations of leadership have shifted drastically with the influx of millennials into the workforce. However, how does the concept of servant leadership fits in with the millennials entering the workforce?
 
While we may be optimistic in thinking today’s corporate world is shifting on its own, the crystalized vision of ‘leaders and subordinates’ is still real and in desperate need of changing, feels Bas Kohnke, Co-founder, and CEO of Impraise. When leaders can shift their mindset and remember to provide trust and support first, they can unlock purpose and ingenuity in those around them. Read his article, Creating A Culture Of Servant Leadership, to know more about how to begin creating a genuine culture of servant leadership.
 

We often contemplate about what makes a great leader. There are too many traits including intelligence, pedigree, education etc. There is no argument, the more of those characteristics you have, the better positioned you are to establish yourself, rise up the corporate ladder and succeed at the top. But even the strongest combination of those traits cannot replace experience. Read Brent Chapman’s article, Situational Leadership, for more insights.
 
At its core, culture is the belief or behaviors that define a company. How your values and priorities align matter, as does the overall chemistry within your team. So, what are the ways to build a thriving team culture? Read Tammy Perkins’ article, 5 Ways To Create A Thriving Team Culture, to know more.
 
You might be surprised to find that leadership presence is not an attribute automatically assigned to you because of your business results. Nor is it necessarily reflective of your true qualities and potential. Instead, it depends almost entirely on how others perceive you. And that, in turn, depends primarily on how favorably you impress people and how convincingly you deliver your messages, both verbally and nonverbally. To gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to step into a senior executive position, Carol Kinsey Goman interviewed 5 women leaders. Read her article, Tips For Women Heading To The Executive Suite, to learn more about this topic.
 
Also included are exclusive interviews with top winners of LEAD 2018 Awards. The winners share details of their award-winning programs and plans ahead.
 
This is just a sneak peek into what we have in this edition of Leadership Excellence. We hope you enjoy reading all the articles and look forward to hearing from you!
           
Last but not least, we believe that there is no better way to connect with people than by sharing your leadership story. If you have one, send it to us and don’t forget to mail us your feedback.
 

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