Leave a Comment:
6 comments
I would add: an interest in people and development, and a will to be a leader. Rather than say a desire to be an expert in a field. Also emotional intelligence is essential!
Natasha
ReplySo if you are reading this, I am guessing that you are an aspiring leader. For professional people who want to move into a leadership role, it is easy to fall into the trap of believing that technical skills are most important. The reality is they are taken for granted. So what six things do employers look for from aspiring leaders?
So what else would you add to the list?
Duncan Brodie of Goals and Achievements helps accountants and health professionals to achieve success and realize their professional potential through being highly effective leaders and managers. For more information and to sign up for his free audio e-course click here
Since 2006 I’ve worked with in excess of 8,000 accountants and professionals in workshops, seminars and one to one helping them land their next jobs and become better leaders, presenters and business partners. Before that I spent 25 years in accountancy climbing the career ladder from Payments Clerk to FD. I’m a CIMA Fellow, Certified Professional Coach and Team Coach Facilitator.
I would add: an interest in people and development, and a will to be a leader. Rather than say a desire to be an expert in a field. Also emotional intelligence is essential!
Natasha
Reply