How can a new employee in Agribusiness develop leadership skills?

Leaders connect with people by actively "listening". When Leaders actively listen to someone and respond to what they hear, that person will feel more involved. Once someone's involved, it's as if you've put the business into their hearts. Once the business is in people's hearts, they'll put their hearts into the business. And that's the mark of a great leader.

There are three specific keys that are important to consider when seeking feedback. #1- Seek feedback about both your performance, as well as other people's perception of you as a part of the team. Delivering high quality work does not always mean people want to work with you. Both are important. #2- Ask often and from all levels of hierarchy, not just your seniors, nor just from subordinates. #3- Take strategic and immediate action on the feedback you receive, particularly responses that are repeated throughout the respondents.

Practical experience with a hands on approach to seek out, listen and learn is the best to develop leadership skills. Lead from the front and with knowledge of what is expected without ego

Though people have different leadership styles, the most widely appreciated style combines empathy, open and direct communication, humility, encouragement and consistent support. Make it a point to learn from leaders around you and learn to recognize the areas of leadership that you appreciate most from each. This allows you to develop as a well rounded leader very quickly.

The key to this is to be sure not to wait for opportunities; but to create them. Never be afraid to propose new ideas, volunteer for projects, or lead a small team when possible. Taking charge not only shows your willingness to step up and handle responsibility, but improves your ability to do so in the shortest possible timeframe.

Relationships are one of the pillars to everything in life, including business. Learn to recognize the types of relationships you have with the different individuals within your workplace and teams. Though most are collaborative, each has it's own special nuances and needs. Learn to recognize the dynamic of the individual relationships and build upon them accordingly, similar to how you do in your personal relationships.

When it comes to seeking out learning experiences, it is vital to learn all aspects you can that are specific to your industry, company, competitors and your specific position. In addition, the most valuable team members are those who can bring unique outside perspectives that allow everyone involved to grow beyond their current personal boundaries. The most impactful team members are those who learn to master their inner-game and have the ability to help others do the same.

The best way of learning how to lead yourself is to read, learn and inwardly digest "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People". The 7 habits fall under 3 categories - Independence, Interdependence and Continual Improvement ... They are: INDEPENDENCE Habit 1: "Be proactive" Habit 2: "Begin with the end in mind" Habit 3: "Put first things first" INTERDEPENDENCE Habit 4: "Think Win-Win" Habit 5: Seek First to Understand - Then to be Understood Habit 6: Synergise CONTINUAL IMPROVEMENT Habit 7: Sharpen The Saw The 7 habits book is filled with wisdom from end-to-end. Time spent understanding and internalising the habits will reap dividends throughout your career.