Photo: CPA Canada There is a group of women leaders who are determined to make their mark in the hallowed halls of leadership. Among them is Valrie Marks, an experienced executive with a passion for innovation and a knack for negotiation. As Valrie navigated the intricacies of negotiations, she encountered many challenges that seemed to impede her progress at every turn. One of her greatest frustrations was the pervasive gender bias and stereotyping that permeated negotiation

Photo: KnowledgeCity Conflict resolution and negotiation skills are indispensable assets for leaders. Emerging leaders, especially women, often face unique challenges in navigating conflicts and negotiating effectively. However, mastering these skills can be transformative, enabling leaders to foster collaboration, drive innovation, and achieve remarkable results. Today, I want to discuss the importance of conflict resolution and negotiation skills for emerging and women lead

These women directors exemplify the power of confidence, resilience, and determination in leadership.

One of the exercises I included in my leadership program is for participants to identify authentic leadership that they encountered that left an impression on them and why they drew that conclusion. It was eye-opening to hear some of the responses. Yet nothing prepared me for one participant identifying me as that leader for her. It was humbling and made me reflect on which of my past or current leaders would fall into that category. There are many definitions of the word lea