A different leadership development approach Leadership is effective when an organization runs orderly and its people are working in a harmonious setting. This type of leadership, say experts, can be achieved only if the leader is motivated towards one common goal to success. Studies show that leadership development that incorporates the concept of self-motivation is far more effective because it helps the person look forward to better things in life. For people to become better leaders they should be self motivated and want something not only for him or herself but also for others. It would be best if you can encourage that leader to use self-motivation to excel and achieve success and don t be contented with what they have right now. Make them understand that it is best to always be hungry for knowledge so their desire to learn will be fueled. If you're part of a company the price is not a problem, but if you're not or are already at the top and have tight finances, it can be a pain to improve yourself. Not to worry, leadership development can also be done on your own. Most programs give bang for their buck by providing additional services but, at its core, a leadership development program is all about self-improvement. Aside from enhancing the leadership skills of people, leadership development also serves as a way for people to reflect on their own sets of values towards work and their co-workers in general. It also paves the way for people to be inspired and motivated at all times despite challenging times and without depending so much on others. Be sure to be take these lessons into mind and be open to them. Future promotions may hinge on them. Another thing to expect from a company's leadership development program is added work. It's like what the old saw says, The reward to a job well done is more jobs. This may seem discouraging, but additional work, especially work that is usually outside of your purview, is a blessing in disguise. There is nothing that discourages more than failure and failing to reach your goals can be devastating to your self-esteem. b) Skill and Value Assessment Now that you know what your target goal is, it's time to check if you've got what it takes. You need to sit down and have a moment for self-reflection.