\u201cOur advice for those climbing the corporate ladder, who want to enhance their likelihood of reaching executive level, is to get cracking on the learning,” said\u00a0Goodman-Bhyat.<\/p>\n We see this very distinctly in our work with people. Some people somehow always make the time to \u2013 at the very least \u2013 read business books, leadership journals, and attend talks or conferences, no matter how busy they are. Others, regardless of what\u2019s on their plate, never do.\u201d<\/p>\n Goodman-Bhyat says although it may seem that there is mostly an internal drive toward this, cultivating the habit of lifelong learning where it doesn\u2019t come naturally should become a pro-active, schedule-it-in-your-diary choice for aspirant leaders.<\/p>\n \u201cBecome aware that others, who are rising to the top, are doing this out of their own volition and internal motivation, so if you aspire for the top, you\u2019ll need to think about how to dedicate time to ongoing learning.\u201d<\/p>\n Secondly, aspirant leaders should work on their social confidence levels,\u00a0said Goodman-Bhyat.<\/p>\n \u201cThis can be hard especially for introverts \u2013 particularly when it comes to networking \u2013 but it is essential. Figure out strategies to remain calm under pressure, for instance by incorporating mindfulness training into your daily personal and work life, and working on your connection with people.”<\/p>\n “This is a fear that can be faced and conquered.\u201d<\/p>\n![\"books\"](\"https:\/\/businesstech.co.za\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/books.png\")
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