How can you develop yourself as a leader? Developing a leader without the organization
Elizabeth Koza
In today's working world, where volatility, uncertainty and the pace of decisions are a daily occurrence, leaders face unique challenges. We often forget that the development of a leader is not only the result of actions taken by the company - it is also (and perhaps above all) the personal responsibility of everyone in a leadership role. More and more leaders are therefore choosing to develop outside the organizational structure.
Why is this approach gaining traction?
What does the "Taboo of Polish Leadership" report reveal?
The "Taboos of Polish leadership" report published by Concordia Design is one of the most important Polish studies on the real challenges faced by leaders in our country. The research shows that:
-- 63% of leaders feel lonely in their role,
-- more than half feel chronic fatigue and pressure of expectations,
-- only 18% of respondents say their leadership development is supported by the organization.
The report exposes not only the lack of a systemic approach to leadership development, but also shows a clear need to build mental toughness, self-awareness and relationship management competencies. Leaders are increasingly choosing to develop on their own, outside the framework of formal support.
Why invest in yourself regardless of your organization?
Leader development without the participation of an organization brings specific benefits:
-- Autonomy - you decide for yourself what you work on and with what methods.
-- Flexibility - you can adapt the forms of work to your own needs (offline/online, individual/group).
-- Authentic development - you focus on real challenges, and not necessarily on "hard competencies" inscribed in a corporate training plan.
-- Support network - you can build your own community of people who face similar challenges, be in a space conducive to sharing experiences, and get inspiration from other industries as well.
-- Long-term impact - you work on yourself not for a promotion or annual evaluation, but to be a more effective, sustainable and authentic leader.
What's worth investing in?
If you want to take leadership development into your own hands, consider some proven tools and forms of support:
- Leadership Mastermind - This is a regular meeting of a small group of leaders who share experiences, seek solutions together and give each other constructive feedback. It acts as an informal "advisory board" - Strengthens motivation and teaches reflection - click and see more >>
- 1:1 development sessions - Individual work with a mentor or coach helps you look at your challenges from a distance and discover new strategies for action. This is a space for deep personal and leadership development - click and see more >>.
- FRIS® and Gallup® diagnostic tools
-- FRIS® helps you understand your thinking and acting style and better manage diversity in your team. It also fosters communication and helps you understand the patterns of other team members - read more >>
-- Gallup® helps you discover and develop your talents instead of focusing on shortcomings - read more >> - Concordia Leadership - This is a program created by Concordia Design - a development space for leaders who want to act consciously, modernly and in line with values. It combines practitioner experience, design thinking and development tools, and its participants create a strong, supportive community - sign up>>
The leader of thefuture is a conscious leader
Today's leadership requires more from a leader than the ability to manage projects and teams. It takes the courage to self-reflect, a willingness to work on oneself, and the ability to build relationships based on trust and empathy. In a world where organizations don't always keep up with the needs of leaders, it is self-development that can become your greatest advantage.
And if you need support come to us - at Concordia we will do our best to help you choose the most effective path for you!
