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HOW TO TURN YOURSELF INTO A POWERFUL LEADER:

Here are some tips that will help you turn yourself into a powerful leader
who is followed, respected, and admired.

Use powerful body language

When it comes to body language, a ‘fake it ‘til you make it’ principle works
wonders in boosting your self-confidence and feeling more powerful. Three
quick changes you can make to your body language will noticeably improve
your self-image and send the right message to those around you:

 Make eye contact. Look people in the eye when you speak to them. If
you find yourself in public places or social situations, scan the room and
look at people. Do not stare though…it is unnerving!

 Smile! Yes, powerful leaders do smile. They do not frown. They do not
have an icy expression that sends shivers down people’s spine.
Moreover, they certainly do not look like they have just smelled a dead
skunk. A smile is not a sign of weakness. It is a message that says you
are friendly, approachable, and confident.

 Strong posture: communicates confidence and authority, so straighten
your shoulders, raise your head a little and stand tall.

Have powerful goals

Often it is not a leader that people follow, but the powerful vision that
they communicate. Make sure that you are very clear about your goals and
verify if everyone is on the same page as you. It is your job as a leader to make
it simple for your team to understand the mission and know their part in
achieving it.

Focus on the big picture

It is very easy to get distracted by new trends, new markets, and new
projects, and lose sight of the big picture. Achieving and maintaining success
takes discipline, focus, and being clear on what the priorities are. When you
extend your self too far or start to micromanage, the quality of your work suffers
across the board.

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