Not everyone is a natural-born leader, but each and every leader has the potential to become a better one. While the new world of work continues to develop, it’s clear that honing leadership skills is more important than ever. It can be tricky, but we’re here to help. There are some basic mistakes that a lot of leaders make, but the good news is you can avoid them!

Having a bad boss is almost a rite of passage for young workers. The common understanding around a position with ineffective leadership is that the experience of being miserable at work builds character and will help you later. However, research conducted by TTI SI shows that this simply isn’t true.

Profits are not going to be high right now, because people are afraid to spend their money. With so much uncertainty and instability, this makes sense. In an industry like ours that focuses on human potential and personal development, you need to show that you understand the struggles of all organizations right now, whether it’s a small family business or a national team.

Leaders should be trying to improve at all times, but especially during a crisis. There’s one skill that will give you a boost across several different areas in your business: increasing your empathy. Here’s what happens when you develop that skill.

When you’re in the business of helping other people develop their careers, you can’t ignore your own development. After all, if you aren’t constantly focusing on your own personal development, how can you help your clients?

If a disengaged workforce results in lower productivity, then keeping workers engaged shouldn't just be a priority, it should be THE priority.