Leaders are made not born: Leadership is a set of skills that can be learned by training, perception, practice and experience over time. Leadership learning is lifetime activity. Good leaders seek out development opportunities that will help them learn new skills.

Genetic differences are significantly associated with the likelihood that people take on managerial responsibilities, according to new research from UCL (University College London).

Many believe that leadership skills are inherent and that one can not simply acquire them thru “on the job” training. The element of individual leadership is the ability to be the catalyst for defining that solution and fostering an environment for its adoption.

Though leadership skills come naturally for some, it can be acquired as well, with the right motivation and guidance. Research shows that, through training and job experience, people can become great leaders. Leaders are not made, they are born with leadership qualities.

How to answer “What makes you unique?”

1. Mention skills listed in the job description.
2. Provide examples from your background.
3. Avoid generic phrases like “I’m a hard worker”.
4. Include key personality traits that will allow you to deliver similar results in the future.

Keep the following in mind when answering this interview question: Your skills and abilities working on teams, and your commitment to teamwork. Your skills and abilities working with different personalities. Your commitment to achieving company goals via the process of productive, efficient teamwork.

When considering what sets your company apart from others, the most effective strategy would be to impress the customer at every opportunity. This includes the quality of your product or service, as well as ability of your staff to go above and beyond to help each customer and provide them with the best information.

Our research indicates there are six primary ways to differentiate, including product, service, channels of distribution, relationships, reputation/image, and price.

Give customers a perk for choosing you over your competition. It is one of the best ways to distinguish yourself when you’re not only selling similar products, but selling them at a similar price. They’re accumulating points that lead to discounts, special early access to sales, birthday gifts, or even free products.

Examples: How to answer what are your weaknesses?

• #1) I tend to be overly critical of myself.
• #2) I am incredibly introverted, which makes me wary of sharing my ideas in a group setting or speaking up during team meetings.
• #3) I tend to want to take on complete projects all on my own without any outside help.