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30 Traits to Lead Successfully in Turbulent Times

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In times of crisis like this we look to leaders for inspiration, hope and direction. The last word is the key as the first thing to suffer in a crisis is direction. Leaders have a guiding vision for the future and turn to hope when others can only see mud. Lets hope in this time of enormous crisis it also unearths true leaders who can navigate the turbulent times and move us into a greater future however distant that may seem at this time. Everyone has their own definition of leadership. Mine is simple it is about dreaming big, inspiring others and leading by example. Leaders really do dream big dreams think of Martin Luther King, Gandhi, Roosevelt, Churchill among others. The current business landscape requires more leaders who are willing to chart new seas and deal with change in a world that has not only flattened but also eliminated geographical boundaries. The 21st Century leader needs to pack the following traits in their repertoire. Leaders are made and of course they are born a...

9 Timeless Lessons to Learn from the Oracle of Omaha - Warren Buffett

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Warren Buffet the Oracle of Omaha is one of the greatest investors of all time will remain an inspiration for many centuries into the future. He is the epitome of integrity and a sage of wisdom while being a constant learner setting an example for all of us. The best book I enjoyed on Warren Buffett is Snowball by Alice Shroeder. Buffet's investment philosophy which is also called value investing was from his mentor Benjamin Graham who taught him to plan for long term, so he doesn't care about the market fluctuations as he is in it for the ultimate victory. Here are the 9 lessons I gleaned from the life of Warren Buffet. Focus – This word is important for all of us as we proceed at breathtaking speed through pandemics, technological upheaval, economic recessions and our jobs always in danger of being replaced by automation. Apparently in one of the dinners that Warren Buffet, Bill Gates and Bill Gates Sr. was present the reporters asked what is the single secret of success and ...