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This paper summarizes the article Advice for aspiring nurse leaders. This article significantly impacts my future professional nursing practice because it sets a new precedent for training individuals who plan to become leaders one day. I plan to become a leader. This article gives me insight into becoming a good leader by constantly learning, listening, and creating a supportive and healthy environment for patients and staff.

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"Aspiring nurse leaders often seek education on leadership skills but may not be prepared for the transition from bedside to leadership" (Bove & Scott, 2021, p. 44). When it comes to making a leader, you need to be someone others want to follow because you want to make positive impacts. The biggest advice a leader has told a nurse aspiring to become a leader is to listen. Being a good nurse leader means still learning from others, whether new or experienced. As a nurse leader, you must share experiences and offer feedback and positive encouragement. Another thing that nurses and nurse leaders need to consider is putting themselves in others' shoes and helping them overcome challenges. New leaders need mentors to help guide them and support them physically and emotionally in the right direction to learn balance within the organization, staff, and patient needs. (Bove & Scott, 2021)............ Continue