Ep06: Leaderships starts with YOU.

In this episode (series), Mei Phing discusses why leadership starts with self-management. Before leading others, one must lead themselves by developing key skills such as time management, emotional control, active listening, humility, and authenticity.

Highlights

[00:00] 🔑 Leadership starts with you. Develop self-management skills before leading others.

[01:35] 🔑 Being in control and managing work effectively showcases leadership potential.

[04:15] 🔑 New managers often struggle with the transition from execution to strategy and vision.

[07:25] 🔑 Self-awareness is crucial for understanding your leadership style and areas for development.

[09:45] 🔑 Mastering leadership skills not only benefits your professional life but also transforms your personal life.

Key Insights

[00:00] 🔍 Leadership is self-management and requires developing skills like time management, emotional control, active listening, humility, and authenticity. These skills lay the foundation for effective leadership.

[01:35] 🔍 Observing individuals who demonstrate strong leadership qualities, even without direct reports, allows one to recognize the importance of self-management in leadership.

[04:15] 🔍 New managers often struggle because they haven’t had the opportunity to practice and develop the necessary management skills to bridge the gap between execution and strategy.

[07:25] 🔍 Self-awareness plays a vital role in understanding your leadership style, strengths, and areas for improvement. It is the first step towards becoming an effective leader.

[09:45] 🔍 Mastering leadership skills not only benefits your professional life but also has a positive impact on your personal life, leading to overall growth and success.

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