Why have a leadership coach? Well, if you want to lead better, it is proven to be the best way to boost your personal development. What's more, coaching supports decision-making, provides space to think strategically, supports goal achievement, provides a confidential space to talk about concerns and allows leaders to focus on their work-life balance.
5 Min ReadValues are the principles and beliefs by which we live our lives and make our decisions. If you want to effectively lead yourself and lead others then you need to be aware of what those values are.
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ContactThe Right Questions is for people who want to lead better, whether you are taking your first step or stepping up in leadership. We are all leaders (whether we know it or not) as we all have influence. So the question is, what are you doing with your influence?
Wherever you are on your leadership journey, I hope that you find resources on this site to help you on the next leg of your quest. Even if that is just the inspiration to take one small step in the right direction, then that is a success. If you can take pleasure in learning and travelling as you go, then so much the better.
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Leadership has many definitions, but The Right Questions' favourite definition of leadership is also one of the simplest, and it comes from leadership expert John C. Maxwell. He said that: “Leadership is influence – nothing more, nothing less.” This definition is broad, and it helps expand the idea of leadership to a range of settings and roles.
A good leader has traits such as determination, drive, confidence, integrity, emotional intelligence, and vision. There are also accompanying skills. A good leader should have good communication skills, the ability to encourage collaboration, manage conflict and support professional growth. A good leader should also know their values.
Research in the field of leadership development suggests that while some innate personality traits may influence leadership ability, most leadership skills can be developed through learning, experience, and practice. And as leadership is influence, everyone has some level of leadership ability.
Everyone can improve their leadership capabilities. This can be effectively achieved through understanding the required competencies and then using resources such as training programmes, practical experience and coaching to build the right skills.
Leaders make effective decisions through the process of analysing relevant information, consulting stakeholders, evaluating options and risks, and considering outcomes. Good, or ethical decision-making, also depends on weighing choices against values and principles.
Leadership coaching is a personalised process where a coach helps an individual improve their leadership skills. Research shows that coaching improves the effectiveness of personal development and achieving goals.
The Right Questions offers a range of resources for leaders, from expert insights, in-depth articles and free online courses, through to personalised training programmes and leadership coaching.
