Leadership is social alchemy. It’s what gives an organization’s work meaning.
Leadership is the act of defining the problem that needs to be solved, creating an alternative vision, then forging a path to bring that vision to life. Leaders create a structure in which the talents and energies of the entire team combine to achieve a common goal.
The Organizer explores leadership questions for established leaders, emerging leaders, and people who influence organizations and movements from all levels.
There are specific moments when leaders’ words, actions, and decisions profoundly foster confidence | The Organizer #78
Focus on the practical information your team can use to guide their everyday work. (Here are 6 suggestions to get you started.)
Power will be always present, but as a leader, you can decide how to share it equitably and harness it for good.
Not knowing how to respond to harassment is one of the worse feelings. Bystander training can help prepare you.
Whether or not you spell labour with a “u”, statutory means the same thing. Labour Day is a statutory holiday.
Before becoming a board member, make sure you are joining for the right reasons and that you have time and energy to give.
Your values influence every aspect of your work and your organization, so it’s a good idea to define them clearly.
The transition to management isn’t easy, but by practicing your skills you can become the leader you want to be.
Teams are often defined by the way people cooperate and depend on each other to achieve a goal.
The best leaders are the ones with a healthy mistrust of power. Approach your role your own way. The Organizer #25.
Communicating a vision is an important part of leadership. To share your vision, be specific, tell a story, and keep at it.
Good leaders decide if something is important and/or urgent, and they prioritize their time accordingly.