Resources For Leaders: A Discussion

On September 14th our class discussed the importance of knowing the strengths and weaknesses of oneself, and we heard from Executive Chasity Kuttrus on how to be confident in a business environment.

Chasity offered several coaching tips for succeeding as a leader and climbing the corporate ladder:

1. Be Confident- as a woman in the boardroom, it is essential to explicate an aura of certainty and boldness
2. Find a Mentor- have someone to act as a springboard- giving feedback on your performance and ideas
3. Be a Mentor- teaching is a reciprocating process and is therefore beneficial to both parties
4. Know Your Strengths- efficient leaders have a self-awareness of their skills, and also of their weaknesses
5. Don't Stop Climbing- never lose motivation to reach the next goal in life; break the glass ceiling and never back away from empowerment opportunities
6. Research- Continuously keep up to date on information in the workplace. Be the go-to source for others to seek guidance with
7. LinkedIn- a vital network for finding internships, employment, and building relations
8. Write Thank You Notes- get recognition with personal follow-ups, not just a quick email.

We also heard from Fitness Trainer Kim Fischer, Nutritionist Lynn Esselstein, and Strength Finder Patti Wilson. These women stressed the importance of staying healthy, and drew connections between leadership abilities and good fitness. Focus, strength, and overall good health are important factors for any leader. As women, it is vital to stay physically active and also take preventative measures against sickness and disease.

Awareness of oneself in aspects of health, fitness, leadership and networking skills is crucial to advancing in a competitive world. By establishing healthy habits and developing interpersonal communication skills, leaders can have effective resources and tools for being successful.