Leading with a Twist: Personal Development in the Workplace

Ah, leadership! That elusive art of inspiring, guiding, and—let’s be honest—herding cats on a good day. We’ve all had that one leader who made us want to charge into battle (or at least into the Monday morning meeting with enthusiasm), and we’ve had others who made us question all our life choices up to that point. But great leadership isn’t about a title or a corner office—it’s about personal development, continuous growth, and the ability to keep your cool when the printer jams for the third time that morning. 1. The Great Balancing Act: Leading & Learning Good leaders know that personal development isn’t just a one-time seminar on ‘How to Influence People Without Really Trying.’ It’s a lifelong journey. A great leader reads, listens, and—brace yourself—admits when they don’t know something. Want to be a top-tier leader? Become a sponge. Read books, take courses, and listen to podcasts—just maybe not all at once unless you enjoy cognitive overload. Personal growth isn’t about kno...