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Hi Regina,
Even the most accomplished professionals can struggle when stepping into a leadership role. Many years ago I worked with a brilliant expert at a large global pharmaceutical company whose manager said something that stuck with me:
“He is exceptional at his work but he will never be elevated into our leader-pool, leadership requires a completely different skill set"
Sadly, that one sentence captures a reality many high-achieving professionals face. You get promoted for being great at your job—but no one teaches you how to lead.
Here’s the truth:
Leadership is a language, for many it is a foreign language, but - as with any language -it can be learned!
Leadership is not about having all the answers—it is about connecting better, communicating with impact, inspiring others to follow your lead, and getting your followers to successfully accomplish what you need done. That may sound complex, but it’s actually much simpler than most people realize.
If you’ve worked with me before, you know what I’m talking about. I am referencing the PeopleMap System—with its four primary personality types: the Leader Type, Task Type, People Type, and Free Spirit Type. Once you learn to recognize these 4 vastly different behavioral styles and tailor your approach accordingly, everything starts to click. Conversations improve. Collaboration deepens. Resistance fades. And suddenly, leadership becomes natural—even enjoyable!
For those newer to this idea, I explain more in my latest blog post. You’ll discover how learning to “speak the language” of others is the key to becoming a confident, effective, and respected leader—without needing to change who you are.
👉 Read the full article
And if you’re curious where you currently stand in terms of Leadership Fluency:
📝 Download the free Leadership Fluency Scorecard to assess your strengths and uncover where you can grow.
Access the scorecard here
Next month, I’ll begin introducing these four types in more detail, along with the essential leadership skills I often say should be taught in kindergarten. Imagine a world where everyone knew how to connect, communicate, and lead with clarity, empathy and intention.
Let’s build that kind of leadership—together.
Warmly,
Regina
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