I’ve had the privilege of working alongside with Prime Ministers, Heads of State, numerous ministers and national and European deputies all through almost two decades in #EuropeanAffairs and international #diplomacy. 
The journey has been a school of leadership refinement, far more than just a learning curve. 
Here, I provide some key leadership skills learned within the halls of international politics & diplomacy 
1- Openness: The leaders I’ve been working alongside have a knack for creating an open channel of communication and engagement. Their aura of openness cultivates a collaborative ecosystem, making it easier to bring up and tackle challenges. 
2- Emotional Intelligence: The leaders I collaborate with exhibit a mastership of their own emotions and profound understanding those of others. This emotional acumen facilitates effective communication, conflict resolution, and fosters a supportive and empathetic environment. 
3- Being Relatable & Modest: Despite their high level positions, their modesty and relatablity keep them grounded, open to getting to know, and absolutely devoted to serving the common good and goals. 
4- Versatility: Their ability to conform to ever-converting global dynamics demonstrates the cost of flexibility and versatility in promoting forward wondering agendas even in hard times. 
5- Constructive Approach: These stalwarts approach issues with optimism, focused on answers as opposed to troubles, a first-rate that transforms capacity bottlenecks into stepping stones. 
6- Leading by example: Even amidst challenge or under stress, their openness highlight the significance of genuine leadership, motivating colleagues and peers alike. 
7- Learning from mistakes: Reflecting on errors and iterating on tactics are everyday practises that make contributions to improved diplomatic techniques and policy formulations. Their capacity to handle tough relationships with elegance, compassion and empathy builds long-term connections and resonant leadership. 
8- Courage: The bravery to set courageous goals, especially in hard conditions, demonstrates their ambition, growing the foundation for global progress. 
9- Inclusivity: Their inclusive approach, which values many views, improves debates and conclusions, providing a much wider view in developing global solutions.
9- Farsighted Vision: Despite short-term problems, their far-sighted vision and prescient guarantees that transient concerns do now not overshadow long-term goals. 
Seeing those leadership attributes in motion no longer simplest broadens my knowledge of true, forward-thinking leadership, but it also has an enduring impact on how I cope with both challenges and opportunities. 
The leadership journey unfolds continuously throughout our lives. It demands a blend of willingness and concerted effort to evolve into successful leaders, nurturing the diverse skill sets that leadership entails.
Kader Sevinç, Senior European Affairs Professional and Social Entrepreneur Brussels
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