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Is an organizational leadership degree worth it
So, you’re looking to take the next step in your educational journey, and you’re wondering if a degree in Organizational Leadership is worth pursuing. Are you a working professional with a desire to move up the corporate chain? Do you look forward to managing and leading people in the future? Do you have a manager […]
| READ MORE: Is an organizational leadership degree worth itWhat can I do with a degree in leadership?
Great leaders bring out the best in the people they mentor and those with whom they collaborate. Every industry requires effective leaders. The business world offers extensive career opportunities for leaders who will drive both the bottom line and the personal development of other employees. Leadership is more than ensuring that the job gets completed. […]
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Servant leadership is one of the most important skills a manager can have. The best leaders are servant leaders. When a leader demonstrates servant leadership, it allows people to feel valued and respected. Servant leaders allow people to learn, grow, and become their best. The best leaders share common attributes that allow them to be […]
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As a senior, I’ve had to learn study habits during my academic career. Maybe some of what works for me will work for you also. Study habits are personal and what works for you might not work for others, so it is important to understand what works well for your own learning needs. We are […]
| READ MORE: Exam study tipsHow to create a workplace that prioritizes diversity and inclusion
An effective workplace environment should consist of diversity and inclusion. These two elements are vital for organizational success. This begins with leadership prioritizing an environment where individuals from different cultures, races, gender, age, and nationalities receive the respect they deserve. Creating a workplace structure that prioritizes diversity and inclusionLeaders can change the atmosphere through a […]
| READ MORE: How to create a workplace that prioritizes diversity and inclusionCareer closets at CSU: Helping students show what they can do
You finally got it: the call inviting you to an interview for the job – that one you’ve been lying awake at night thinking about. You sit up the night before practicing your introductions, wondering how best to keep your cool when you get nervous, and making sure your resume is up-to-date before you print out a […]
| READ MORE: Career closets at CSU: Helping students show what they can doWhy is innovation important?
For a business to succeed, it must be willing to innovate. A major part of leadership is being able to formally incorporate innovation into your plans. According to one study, “600 global business executives, managers, and professionals…pointed to leadership as the best predictor of innovation performance” (Barsh et al., 2019). A Master of Arts in […]
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Empathy is a critical trait for all leaders. No leadership values list is complete without it. Dr. Tom McDonald says, “[Leaders] must show empathy, attunement, organizational awareness, influence, interest in developing others, inspiration, and teamwork. Are these qualities you’re creating in yourself? If not, you have precious little chance of becoming a powerful leader.” What […]
| READ MORE: How to be an empathetic leaderWhy is emotional intelligence important?
Emotional Intelligence is more impactful than your Intelligence Quotient. When considering people for promotions, workers with high emotional intelligence get promoted 75% more than colleagues with high IQ but low EQ. Making emotional intelligence a priority for team members within an organization is essential. When team members understand each other’s behaviors, everyone will be better […]
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Communication is a vital skill for leaders. In order for organizations to be successful, their leaders must be able to effectively communicate with their employees. Leaders with good communication skills have the power to propel a business forward. To be an effective leader, you must also be a good communicator. The most successful leaders refrain […]
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