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# [Leadership](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/leadership)

 Written by [Nicholas Mayhew](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/author/nicholas-mayhew) | 18/10/23 13:41

Leaders constantly face challenges and ambiguity. As a leader, what are you doing to develop yourself? Are you aware of your blind spots, and what are you doing to address them?

 

Like many skills, it is important to master them yourself before you attempt to help others develop them. Taking responsibility for your own growth is an essential part of the leadership journey. Read the resources below on the experience of being a leader, and how to grow.

 

[Transformation Education](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/transformation-education) by Ben Grant

This article explores how many factors affect change within an organisation, focusing on individual differences.

 

[Meaning in a Machine World: 3 Things Business Leaders Can Do to Support Individuals Through the Disruptions of the 21st Century](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/meaning-in-a-machine-world) by Dr Amina Aitsi-Selmi

The article highlights the impact of automation on the workforce and the importance of workers developing high-level cognitive skills that are difficult to automate. 

 

[Alaskan Awakening: Tapping Into Self-Leadership for Global Health](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/alaskan-awakening-tapping-into-self-leadership-for-global-health-4213e33b0310) by Dr. Amina Aitsi-Selmi

This piece will take you through Dr. Amina's journey from an ordinary medical student to a career in global public health. It's about the pursuit of dreams and goals.

 

[Making Compound Growth Personal](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/making-compound-growth-personal-a43a07a48acf) by Nick Mayhew

The article encourages readers to invest in themselves for personal growth and well-being. 

 

 

[How Can a Leadership Training Programme Help You?](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/how-can-a-leadership-training-programme-help-you) By David Gray

The article discusses the importance of leadership skills in the modern workplace and highlights the significance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence (EQ) for effective leadership. 

 

[Radical Decluttering](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/radical-decluttering-d3d2b0195cd9) by Nick Mayhew

Struggling with having a clear sense of purpose? Here are some solutions. 

 

[Coaching as Investment](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/coaching-as-investment-8def984d59e9) by Annie Armit

Annie Armit, senior personal coach, talks about the importance of coaching as an investment in personal and professional growth.

 

[Resolutions: How Full Is That Cup?](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/resolutions-how-full-is-that-cup) By Nick Mayhew

The article discusses resolution and the challenges individuals face when dealing with competing needs and wants. 

 

[The Shock of Reality](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/the-shock-of-reality-42b57fb662cb) by Nick Mayhew

Nick Mayhew discusses the process individuals go through when facing a reality check or shock due to a significant gap between their expectations and reality. 

 

[Mind Coding](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/mind-coding) by Nick Mayhew

The article goes over the importance of understanding and managing one's neurome, which is the complex system in the brain responsible for thoughts and emotions.

 

[To Lead Others, Start With Yourself](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/to-lead-others-start-with-yourself) by David Gray

Do you lead yourself before leading others? Here is a discussion of why this is so important. 

 

[Power in the Workplace](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/power-in-the-workplace) by Bert Stemarthe

The article explores the positive and negative aspects of power in the workplace, detailing different types of power and how they are often used. 

 

[What is Your Leadership Approach?](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/what-is-your-leadership-approach) By Alice Davies & Matt Dunaway

The article discusses the importance of assessing and improving one's leadership approach.

 

[Characteristics of Visionary Leaders](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/characteristics-of-visionary-leaders) by David Gray

Visionary leaders possess distinct qualities that set them apart. Read more by David Gray in this article.

 

[Leadership: The Confidence to Push On](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/leadership-the-confidence-to-push-on) by David Gray

What does it take to lead a company?

 

[Self-Care](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/self-care) by Alice Davies

This article stresses the value of resilience and self-care, particularly in the context of making New Year's resolutions. 

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