women in leadership

“Women in Leadership” was the focus of an expert panel discussion at ECC’s 2016 Global Learning Exchange. The panel presented a global perspective on trends, issues and challenges facing women in leadership roles around the world. Sharon Brady described what research is increasingly telling us and what some leaders, teams and organizations already intuitively understand: “What’s good for women is good for business.”

What would it mean for your organization to achieve C-suite gender equality before your competition? Gender equality is a popular topic right now, partly because of the significant opportunity it represents for organizations. Teams that are inclusive and diverse tend to perform at higher levels and experience less attrition, according to the Corporate Executive Board. It’s also popular because it represents a collective leadership challenge.

We have a natural sense of what confidence looks like in other leaders, and in ourselves. When confidence is high, we look and feel more open. We don’t hold back when making tough calls. We get out in front, and lead.

Confidence is a crucial aspect of how our leadership is perceived – by others and ourselves. When we’re confident, we tend to lead at our best. We appreciate our own skills and capabilities, and others are ready to follow our lead.

Grit is living life like it’s a marathon, not a sprint. -Angela Lee Duckworth Think of a leader you admire who has grit. How does grit impact their leadership effectiveness?