Leadership Articles

The latest articles from Online Leadership Network. Lots of useful, practical information for new and aspiring leaders!

4 Characteristics of Authentic Leadership

One way I put leadership theory in practice is by being an authentic leader; not only in words but also in action. While finishing one of my leadership courses within my Masters program, I...

Do You See Yourself As a Future Leader?

Do you see yourself as a future leader? A simple question isn’t it? On the surface, the answer may be as easy as “yes” or “no”. However, this is not something to take lightly....

Transformational Leadership Theory

Transformational Leadership Theory has been around for over forty years. The first recognized book written on transformational leadership was called “Leadership” by James MacGregor Burns and was published in 1978. Since then, there have...

10 Ways to Motivate Employees

Here are 10 ways to motivate employees that you can use in your daily work as a leader. Whether your team is large or small, the following methods will help you inspire your followers...

Why Become a Leader?

Anyone in their right frame of mind has to ask themselves at some point: why become a leader? After all, the position comes with additional headaches, increased hours, never ending pressure and extra stress....

Leadership Is a Choice Not a Position

When I say “Leadership is a choice, not a position”, what I am referring to is simple. Just because you have the title or a position of a leader, that does not make you...
How to Be a Leader
How to Be a Leader