Tips to Develop a Leadership Development Program Framework

October 24, 2020

Shar McBee

Leadership with a Twist of Yoga

1. A persistent, focused effort creates long-term success. We hear stories of the meteoric rise to the top, but those "leaders" crash and burn quickly. When people are given time to gain a solid foothold, they will remain with you for the distance.

2. Seek advice from someone you respect. Companionship is comforting, even in team lead training and development.

3. Gentle persuasion is key. Demanding doesn't work in the long run. Be adaptable and flexible. Meet people where they are and you will be able to lead them to where you want them to be.

Volumes can be written when creating a leadership development program, but often it is the small things that make the biggest difference. Especially when your employee feels stressed in a new leadership position.

I remember one particularly bad day. I was exhausted. The situation had become too grim. I began to question my purpose in life. Could I make an impact? I had lost my will to continue, when a mentor saw my distress and intervened with this wonderful warning: "You've come a long way. Don't give up now."

She explained, "With so much coming at you, many people in your position would run away. Before you quit, consider this: How you embrace power, reveals everything. Are you strong enough to hold the power you are given?"

Then she smiled. It was a turning point moment. A little advice at the right time helped me survive the stress and continue my leadership journey.