Leading organizational change requires many skills. Some of the more well-known skills include:

• Having a business case for change

• Aligning key stakeholders

• Communicating a compelling vision

• Sustaining the change

However, one often overlooked skill set to successfully lead and implement change is to proactively overcome barriers to change.

As a leader you must recognize that barriers to change can either be obstacles or objections.

Not all leaders are created equal.

The difference a great leader can make within an organization is insurmountable. From inspiring employees to work hard and do their best to achieve business goals, attracting high-caliber talent and keeping them, to creating new opportunities for innovation and organizational change, effective leaders have a big influence on an organization’s success.

To help you learn how to become a more effective leader, here are ten tips for you to takeaway and employ today within your organization: