Political Skill in Effective Leadership

Throughout our working lives, we have seen that the most effective leaders have emotional intelligence and the ability to find ways beyond formal rules to promote their teams and advance team and organizational goals. This insight was reinforced during our doctoral work, where we found that the most effective leaders also have positive political skills focused on achieving company and team goals. We discovered that while many leaders have emotional intelligence, they often lack the political savvy to turn that skill into positive outcomes for their teams and businesses. This led us to develop a deep understanding of political skill and its importance in effective leadership. Our consultancy was founded with the goal of sharing this essential knowledge and providing leaders with the tools they need to succeed. We understand the challenges of developing political skill, as it is considered a taboo to act outside formal rules. Moreover, there is a lack of formal or self-directed learning options and difficulty in measuring such skill. At Ashley Miles Consulting LLC, we provide training, assessments, and suggested reading to help leaders and organizations develop political skill and organizational savvy. Contact us today to learn how we can help you unlock your full potential.