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As a leader, have you ever asked yourself this question?

How can I become the leader my team needs without slowing down the growth of the business? 

First, know it is completely normal to feel this way! There are so many entrepreneurs who face this challenge when they grow beyond the ability to do everything themselves. Running a business and leading people are different skills and they both take time and experience to develop. Just because you haven't mastered leadership yet doesn't mean you're not capable. You were capable of growing your business without knowing how to at first, and you are capable of growing in your leadership as well.

This article is for anyone who finds themselves in a l...

Leadership is so much more than just managing outcomes or reaching targeted goals. Too many leaders are focused on results and not their people. In fact, they view their team as the obstacle more than the solution! 

Leadership is about creating an environment where people feel seen, valued, and supported so they can perform at their best. I’ve spent years working with leaders, and there’s one thing I know for sure: the leaders who create lasting impact and get big results are the ones who invest in their people.

This is why my approach to leadership coaching centers around three principles that I believe truly transform how we lead:

1. Relational Leadership

2. Support-Driven Leadership

3. Servant Leadership

These three pillars focus on connection, empowerment, and service—qualities that every leader needs to cultivate if they want to drive sustainable success. Let’s break down what each one means and how they can transform the way you lead.

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Have you noticed lately that the focus of leadership is shifting from enforcing discipline to fostering development?

Because employees are seeking not just a paycheck but growth, fulfillment, and a sense of purpose in their work, this is a very welcome change. Leaders who understand this shift are not just managers; they are mentors, coaches, and visionaries! They see their team members not as cogs in a machine but as individuals with unique potential that, when nurtured, can drive the organization to new heights.

If you're unsure if you're a leader who leads with discipline versus development, ask yourself these questions:

1. Do you catch yourself talking down to your team when they aren't performing at the level that you want?
2. When your team isn't meeting their goals, do you meet them where they're at and develop ways in which they can improve?
3. Does the culture of your workplace foster a feeling that your employees jobs are on the line or that there is freedom to make...

Leadership is the cornerstone of success in any organization. A great leader not only drives the company's vision and mission but also fosters an environment where high-performing teams can thrive!

Meanwhile, high-performing teams are the lifeblood of any successful business, and their creation and maintenance depend on the leadership's ability to inspire, guide, and empower their members. No pressure, right?

Former First Lady Eleanore Rosalynn Carter said it best:

“A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don’t necessarily want to go, but ought to be.” 

So how does a leader find the right people, get them in the same room, working towards the same goal, and get them into high performance mode? Here are some key strategies: 

1. Vision and Goal Alignment

A high-performing team begins with a clear and compelling vision. Leaders must articulate the organization's goals and mission in a way that resonates...