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Leading from Where You Are

Leadership isn’t just about holding a title; it’s about the actions and qualities you exhibit daily. If you show leadership qualities, no matter what level you’re at, you get closer to future leadership positions. Here’s how your everyday leadership can be a stepping stone to formal leadership roles: Exhibiting leadership skills and qualities contributes to your team’s success. One day, these will help you get to your first…

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The Subtle Art of Listening

At its essence, leadership is not about big speeches or decisive commands. It’s mostly about the subtle yet powerful act of listening. In my journey, I witnessed over and over again leadership starts with a genuine willingness to listen. It’s not just to hear, but to understand. It’s doing your best to comprehend the thoughts and ideas of your team. Then, you can turn these ideas into…

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Coding in Leadership

When you start coding, you start the adventure. From programming classes where we tried to solve pyramid programs to professional work, I used to have fun with coding each day. Each day brought new challenges and opportunities to solve problems through code. But as my career advanced, my role evolved, steering me towards leadership. This shift meant a gradual departure from hands-on coding to management. It’s a…

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The Power of Consistency

In my years of working, I’ve been privileged to work with some truly remarkable individuals. These experiences have taught me a crucial lesson. The essence of greatness lies in consistency. In this post, I will tell a few ways those people showed consistency in what they are doing. Consistently Delivering Excellence Colleagues who show a steady stream of high-quality work are always recognized. For instance, consider engineers…

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The Making of a Leader

Leadership, in my eyes, has always been a blend of natural inclination and learned skills. Reflecting on my own path to becoming a leader, I’ve realized it’s not just about innate abilities or formal training. It’s a journey deeply rooted in personal experiences, observations, and the willingness to grow. Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is…

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