# Leadership Development ## Core Leadership Skills ### Strategic Thinking - Vision development - Long-term planning - Industry analysis - Innovation fostering ### People Management - Team building - Performance coaching - Conflict resolution - Talent development ### Communication - Clear messaging - Active listening - Stakeholder management - Public speaking ## Development Path ### Individual Contributor to Leader 1. Technical excellence 2. Mentoring others 3. Project leadership 4. Team management 5. Organizational leadership ### Key Transitions - [[Managing Former Peers]] - [[Delegation Skills]] - [[Strategic Leadership]] - [[Change Management]] ## Leadership Styles ### Situational Leadership Based on [[Hersey-Blanchard Model]]: - Directing - Coaching - Supporting - Delegating ### Transformational Leadership Focus areas: - Inspirational motivation - Intellectual stimulation - Individual consideration - Idealized influence ## Practical Application ### Daily Practices - Team check-ins - Feedback sessions - Strategic planning - Mentoring meetings ### Growth Activities - Leadership workshops - Executive coaching - Peer learning groups - Industry speaking ## Resources - [[Leadership Frameworks]] - [[Management Skills]] - [[Team Building]]