When leaders create genuine connection, they open the door to influence. Research on emotional intelligence and leadership, ...

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” —paraphrased quote from Mahatma Gandhi Where does a leader’s power come from? In their landmark 1959 report often referenced in leadership theory, social ...

Of all the leadership theories available, transformational leadership is a uniquely effective way for leaders to inspire followers to perform better and work harder. Introduced in 1978 by James Burns, ...

In our last post, we referenced the need for a framework of ethical leadership. Here we will discuss ethical influence. There are many ways of defining leadership. Professor Peter Northouse defines it ...

Ego and pride have caused the downfall of many great civilizations, organizations and leaders throughout history. While ego is necessary to motivate progress and achievement, uncontrolled ego ...

The power of influence cannot be underestimated. After all, regardless of where you work or your professional goals, gaining more influence in the workplace is essential for success. For instance, ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Defining the team’s direction as propounded by the leader is a crucial success factor and helps maximize effectiveness and make a ...