August 03 2022 at 04:00AM
PM Skill Builder: How to Build Authority - Women’s PM July meeting summary
When talking to managers about which capability is most important for leadership, Authority tops the list. It is also one of the most difficult personal behaviors to master. This is because Authority demands multiple soft and hard skills. What are the core aspects of Authority, and how can you learn to be an authentic leader?
What is authentic Authority
- Self Knowledge
- Self Respect
- Presence
- Confidence
- Credibility
- Influence
- Kindness
Authority is the cornerstone of being a leader. Without Authority, your team can't trust or respect your ability to lead them. What are the critical aspects of Authority, and how can you learn to build the skills you need to be a more effective leader?
Watch the 10 minute video to get the summary we reviewed at the Women in Project Management meeting this month. Look for the next Women in Project Management lunch time talk in November.
For more information please see this blog post.
