Leaders and entrepreneurs get promoted because they have the skills to lead through change. No one would deny business is undergoing massive change because of external environments even if internally a business seems stagnant. Technological, environmental, political, and competitive forces require leaders with foresight and adaptability.
Employees can stand out if they develop leadership skills and entrepreneurial thinking. Excel at your job description but then learn more and see the big picture. Learn about your organization, the industry, and the trends. What are the opportunities and what are the threats? How would you deal with each?
Executive Presence is a leadership and entrepreneurial state of appearing to be authoritative and in control. It begins with excellent communications, body language, personal appearance, self-regulation. Top executives look like executives.
Learn the skills that would support the role you want. It goes beyond your current role to excel in skills needed to fill the leadership gap. Volunteer for positions of leadership whether its committees, projects, or problem solving.
Entrepreneurial thinking is about seeing opportunities and seeking challenges knowing there is risk. Entrepreneurs are resilient and accountable. They are needed to navigate change. Will your organizations be affected by new technologies, new startups, new regulations, new global realities?
Personal Development practices prepare you daily for attacking the most important work. Use time management blocks to prioritize the projects that move your forward. Self-care prepares you to handle the stress of challenge. Have a morning routine, take breaks for exercise, self-reflection, and relaxation.
A high vibration is attractive to people and opportunities. Start with a gratitude practice. It puts you in a state of acceptance and empathy. It brings its friends joy, love, peace, and abundance. We are attracted to people with positive feelings about themselves and outlooks.
Network vertically. Seek mentorships, sponsorships, and feedback from superiors who can direct your ambitions. Make your contributions know and your desire to contribute more at higher levels.
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