What Does It Mean To Be A Leader?

Get clear on how to be a leader with actionable lessons. Start leading with purpose, confidence, and credibility. Enroll now! Read more.

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Based in Scotland, I am a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. I am a process improvement consultant and course author.

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About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Current leaders looking to improve their leadership effectiveness
  • Managers and supervisors who aspire to lead with confidence
  • Business students and professionals preparing for future leadership roles
  • Anyone interested in learning the art and practice of leadership

What you’ll learn: 

  • Understand the key differences between leadership and management
  • Clearly define leadership and what it truly entails
  • Explore the three essential roles of a leader
  • Learn the seven core behaviours of effective leaders—and why they matter
  • Discover why developing effective followers is critical to leadership success
  • Practice how to respectfully and sensitively challenge ideas and proposals
  • Identify toxic leadership traits and strategies to combat them
  • Understand the personal and professional challenges leaders face
  • Apply six practical steps to become a more effective leader in any setting

Requirements: 

  • No prior leadership experience or coursework is required

Leadership isn’t just about having a title or a set of skills—it’s about adopting a mindset and embracing behaviours that inspire, support, and influence others. This course goes beyond theory to give you practical guidance on how to be a leader in real-world environments.

You’ll explore what leadership truly means, how it differs from management, and why developing others is a crucial part of being a successful leader. Through this effective leadership training, you’ll learn the seven key behaviours that great leaders demonstrate consistently—and how to start practicing them in your daily life.

We’ll also examine toxic leadership: what it looks like, how it damages teams, and what you can do to lead with integrity instead. In the final lesson, you’ll be guided through six actionable steps to becoming the leader you aspire to be—including how to gain leadership experience even before you’re officially in charge.

Whether you’re already in a leadership role or preparing for your next opportunity, this course will give you the tools and mindset to grow into a trusted, effective leader.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you’ll not only understand how to be a leader, but you’ll also have a clear, actionable path to developing the behaviours that define effective, empowering leadership. You’ll gain confidence, clarity, and practical insights that you can apply immediately—no matter where you are on your leadership journey.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

If you found this course helpful, be sure to visit my profile for more courses designed to support your personal and professional growth.

Keep Learning and Head to Our Blog Posts For More Actionable Tips and Advanced Strategies!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - What Does It Mean To Be A Leader?
What Is Leadership? 00:00:00
The Behaviours Of Effective Leaders 00:00:00
Leaders Need Followers 00:00:00
Toxic Leadership 00:00:00
Full Version 00:00:00
How To Become The Leader You Aspire To Be 00:00:00

About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Current leaders looking to improve their leadership effectiveness
  • Managers and supervisors who aspire to lead with confidence
  • Business students and professionals preparing for future leadership roles
  • Anyone interested in learning the art and practice of leadership

What you’ll learn: 

  • Understand the key differences between leadership and management
  • Clearly define leadership and what it truly entails
  • Explore the three essential roles of a leader
  • Learn the seven core behaviours of effective leaders—and why they matter
  • Discover why developing effective followers is critical to leadership success
  • Practice how to respectfully and sensitively challenge ideas and proposals
  • Identify toxic leadership traits and strategies to combat them
  • Understand the personal and professional challenges leaders face
  • Apply six practical steps to become a more effective leader in any setting

Requirements: 

  • No prior leadership experience or coursework is required

Leadership isn’t just about having a title or a set of skills—it’s about adopting a mindset and embracing behaviours that inspire, support, and influence others. This course goes beyond theory to give you practical guidance on how to be a leader in real-world environments.

You’ll explore what leadership truly means, how it differs from management, and why developing others is a crucial part of being a successful leader. Through this effective leadership training, you’ll learn the seven key behaviours that great leaders demonstrate consistently—and how to start practicing them in your daily life.

We’ll also examine toxic leadership: what it looks like, how it damages teams, and what you can do to lead with integrity instead. In the final lesson, you’ll be guided through six actionable steps to becoming the leader you aspire to be—including how to gain leadership experience even before you’re officially in charge.

Whether you’re already in a leadership role or preparing for your next opportunity, this course will give you the tools and mindset to grow into a trusted, effective leader.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you’ll not only understand how to be a leader, but you’ll also have a clear, actionable path to developing the behaviours that define effective, empowering leadership. You’ll gain confidence, clarity, and practical insights that you can apply immediately—no matter where you are on your leadership journey.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

If you found this course helpful, be sure to visit my profile for more courses designed to support your personal and professional growth.

Keep Learning and Head to Our Blog Posts For More Actionable Tips and Advanced Strategies!

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - What Does It Mean To Be A Leader?
What Is Leadership? 00:00:00
The Behaviours Of Effective Leaders 00:00:00
Leaders Need Followers 00:00:00
Toxic Leadership 00:00:00
Full Version 00:00:00
How To Become The Leader You Aspire To Be 00:00:00

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