Leading with Clarity, Courage and Confidence

Leading with clarity, courage and confidence is key to succeeding in your leadership position.  From ramping up the learning curve in a new role, to keeping your team on track, to knowing when to pivot, these are essential to success.

Learn how to respond with strength when leadership calls your name.

Leading with Clarity, Courage and Confidence

Even though you gladly said "Yes!" when selected to lead, there comes a time when you ask yourself, "Now What?"

That's where clarity, courage and confidence come in.  They help you answer the question "Now what?" because:

1. Clarity is understanding what you've said "Yes" too.  
2. Courage is summoning up the willingness to act in the face of uncertainty.
3. Confidence is trusting your ability to lead.

Leading with Clarity

Leadership begins with understanding what matters most:  the mission, the moment, and the people you serve.

Starting a new role can feel daunting at times.  That's where clarity comes in; it creates direction.

Clarity clears the way so you can see the path forward, even if it's only the next step.  You may not be able to see far but just knowing the next step can make all the difference in the world, pointing you in the right direction. 

I'm a visual learner and I place a high value on being able to see up ahead (literally and figuratively).  Clarity eliminates confusion and builds trust.

Here are some tools you can use:

• Clarify What Your Boss Expects
• Clear communication
• Building trust

Leading with Courage

Leadership requires the willingness to act even when the path is unfamiliar or the stakes are high.  As I stated earlier, I am a visual learner, I think in pictures.  I also place a high value on being able to see up ahead (literally and figuratively). 

When I gain clarity about what the next step should be, courage propels me forward.  (Quite honestly, I prefer knowing the entire path, but when leading, just knowing the next best step is what you get.)

Therefore, leading requires acting courageously, choosing growth over comfort and responsibility over hesitation.

Here are some tools you can use:

• Managing Conflict
• Giving & Receiving Feedback
• Courageous Conversations

Leading with Confidence

Confidence is built through experience, reflection, and the commitment to keep learning.

If you do not get clarity, act courageously, confidence will not grow.  It really is amazing to see what happens when you step outside your comfort zone and achieve more than you thought possible.

Does it mean you will never make a mistake?  No.  But it does mean you will learn from those mistakes and reduce the change they will be repeated.  Plus, it arms you with wisdom to help others avoid making similar mistakes.  

Here are tools you can use:

• Three Cs of Credibility
• Leading in Style
• Emotional Intelligence eCourse

Leadership Self-Assessment

Now that you have a better understanding of what it means to lead with clarity, courage and confidence, I recommend completing this self-assessment to gauge your readiness to lead. 

Think of it as a baseline from which to build your roadmap so you can level up and lead with clarity, courage and confidence.  

Download the assessment below and follow the instructions to determine your readiness to lead.

Summary

Clarity, courage and confidence are three essentials every leader must have in their toolkit.  

You can learn how to respond with strength when leadership calls your name.  You never can tell when the opportunity will show up at the door.

Are you ready to Lead with Clarity, Courage & Confidence?  If you follow the guidance above, you will be well on your way.  

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