Review of Winning at Leading Women In Leadership
Posted: 09 Aug 2024, 04:58
[Following is a volunteer review of "Winning at Leading Women In Leadership" by Ronica Watkins, PhD.]
Being in charge is not a prerequisite for leadership. One's mentality is a major factor in leadership. It is not necessary to be in a position of leadership to motivate and sway people. In “Winning at Leading: Women in Leadership,” Ronica Watkins, PhD, offers the framework and tenets that women need to become winning leaders. It offers women a variety of strategies to deal with issues and challenges that they may face in the world as leaders. It also gives us guidance on how to accept change and keep current while retaining our position as leaders.
This book is quite compelling and has many important messages for women working in organizations where men predominate. Instead of wearing skirts, leadership wears vision, bravery, and impact. These are the words of Dr. Ronica, whose goal in writing this book is to inspire women to become leaders and tear down barriers not just for themselves but also for those who will follow them, creating a path. The author argues that in the twenty-first century, having a voice and making an effort to be heard are more important than simply sitting at the table.
The author further stated that, while you might not be the organization's head, being less involved isn't a sign of leadership. If you see an issue, try to resolve it yourself rather than waiting for someone else to do it. These qualities aid in your development as a successful leader. Additional characteristics covered by the author are consistency, empathy, effective communication and teamwork (being a leader involves more than just reaching quarterly targets; it also involves being approachable, influencing others, and being open to learning). It also requires that you be willing to help others and yourself in order to grow. This book is for you if you are considering taking on more leadership responsibilities or if you are already in one. You will undoubtedly gain a great deal of knowledge from personal experiences that are universally applicable.
The author discussed women in politics and how they have been marginalized because the field has been stereotyped as a boys’ club. However, it is evident that women are starting to lead and have an influence in politics these days. This book explains how to join them and speak up in these situations rather than merely observe. We are encouraged to learn about politics, gain experience in the field, build a strong network of contacts, and speak up.
The topic of emotional intelligence, or EI, is one of the aspects of this book that I really enjoyed reading about and found to be very insightful. Women can change the game by being able to tune into their emotions and understand what makes people tick. EI is the capacity to listen intently and comprehend the emotions behind each word they are listening to. It is a very useful yet unappreciated weapon for women. You can hone and improve this skill to make it work for you in a variety of ways. Emotional intelligence (EI) is a valuable trait for any leader. It can be encouraging and motivating, and it allows you to face obstacles head-on and accomplish so much more.
Speaking up and being confident are important lessons from this book. No leader in the world remains silent; all leaders make their voices heard. The author also discussed extensively on these topics. Therefore, speak up in your endeavor to become a successful leader. The author also emphasized the need for women to strike a balance between their personal and professional lives. I liked how the author tried to explain each topic as clearly as possible, grouping them into digestible sections and providing a separate justification for each. I found the book much easier to read as a result. I also enjoyed how the book's chapters built on one another; I had the impression that I was reading a truly engaging narrative that moved along effortlessly.
I can declare with confidence that this book has taught me a lot. It is a well-organized book about how to become a successful leader, qualities of a leader, obstacles to overcome in the leadership journey, and obstacles leaders encounter in their respective areas. Though the book's title implies that it is primarily for women, I think males may also gain a lot from it because its rules can be taken in a variety of ways that benefit people of both sexes. I give this book a rating of five out of five since I cannot find anything wrong with it. This is an excellently researched book about leadership. It was expertly and completely edited, as I was unable to identify any mistakes after reading. For women who wish to be heard at work, at home, or anywhere else, I recommend this book. This book is for you if you want to learn how to be a successful leader who also helps others improve.
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Winning at Leading Women In Leadership
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Being in charge is not a prerequisite for leadership. One's mentality is a major factor in leadership. It is not necessary to be in a position of leadership to motivate and sway people. In “Winning at Leading: Women in Leadership,” Ronica Watkins, PhD, offers the framework and tenets that women need to become winning leaders. It offers women a variety of strategies to deal with issues and challenges that they may face in the world as leaders. It also gives us guidance on how to accept change and keep current while retaining our position as leaders.
This book is quite compelling and has many important messages for women working in organizations where men predominate. Instead of wearing skirts, leadership wears vision, bravery, and impact. These are the words of Dr. Ronica, whose goal in writing this book is to inspire women to become leaders and tear down barriers not just for themselves but also for those who will follow them, creating a path. The author argues that in the twenty-first century, having a voice and making an effort to be heard are more important than simply sitting at the table.
The author further stated that, while you might not be the organization's head, being less involved isn't a sign of leadership. If you see an issue, try to resolve it yourself rather than waiting for someone else to do it. These qualities aid in your development as a successful leader. Additional characteristics covered by the author are consistency, empathy, effective communication and teamwork (being a leader involves more than just reaching quarterly targets; it also involves being approachable, influencing others, and being open to learning). It also requires that you be willing to help others and yourself in order to grow. This book is for you if you are considering taking on more leadership responsibilities or if you are already in one. You will undoubtedly gain a great deal of knowledge from personal experiences that are universally applicable.
The author discussed women in politics and how they have been marginalized because the field has been stereotyped as a boys’ club. However, it is evident that women are starting to lead and have an influence in politics these days. This book explains how to join them and speak up in these situations rather than merely observe. We are encouraged to learn about politics, gain experience in the field, build a strong network of contacts, and speak up.
The topic of emotional intelligence, or EI, is one of the aspects of this book that I really enjoyed reading about and found to be very insightful. Women can change the game by being able to tune into their emotions and understand what makes people tick. EI is the capacity to listen intently and comprehend the emotions behind each word they are listening to. It is a very useful yet unappreciated weapon for women. You can hone and improve this skill to make it work for you in a variety of ways. Emotional intelligence (EI) is a valuable trait for any leader. It can be encouraging and motivating, and it allows you to face obstacles head-on and accomplish so much more.
Speaking up and being confident are important lessons from this book. No leader in the world remains silent; all leaders make their voices heard. The author also discussed extensively on these topics. Therefore, speak up in your endeavor to become a successful leader. The author also emphasized the need for women to strike a balance between their personal and professional lives. I liked how the author tried to explain each topic as clearly as possible, grouping them into digestible sections and providing a separate justification for each. I found the book much easier to read as a result. I also enjoyed how the book's chapters built on one another; I had the impression that I was reading a truly engaging narrative that moved along effortlessly.
I can declare with confidence that this book has taught me a lot. It is a well-organized book about how to become a successful leader, qualities of a leader, obstacles to overcome in the leadership journey, and obstacles leaders encounter in their respective areas. Though the book's title implies that it is primarily for women, I think males may also gain a lot from it because its rules can be taken in a variety of ways that benefit people of both sexes. I give this book a rating of five out of five since I cannot find anything wrong with it. This is an excellently researched book about leadership. It was expertly and completely edited, as I was unable to identify any mistakes after reading. For women who wish to be heard at work, at home, or anywhere else, I recommend this book. This book is for you if you want to learn how to be a successful leader who also helps others improve.
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Winning at Leading Women In Leadership
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon