Strong leaders are developed, not born. Perhaps you long to lead others, guiding and mentoring them to reach their goals. Maybe you prefer the subtlety of informal leadership by being a leader in your community through your business.
No matter what your leadership aspirations, you’ll need support and guidance to reach those goals. Our local and national leadership development programs were created to build a pipeline of frontline, experienced leaders throughout The Guardian Network®. Decide where you want to take your skills, and our programs will help guide you there.
Benefits of being a financial professional
There are some careers that you can control; shaping and creating your own path. Donny Beattie, Disability Income Specialist, talks about the inherent leadership and professional development opportunities a career as a financial professional provides.
Learn about the first step in your leadership path
Managing Associate Lyndsey Freeman talks about her career path and how the Guardian Leadership Institute helped to shape it through mentoring and resources. Find access to the development and training you need to take your career where you want.
What is your leadership style?
Learn which leadership style best suits you as you guide others in a career as a financial professional.
Developing the Next generation of leaders from within
We offer a variety of leadership development training programs in order to build the next generation of professional leaders from within.
Five ways to develop leadership skills as a financial professional
As a financial professional, there are new opportunities every day to be a leader for your clients, your community and other professionals.