An analysis of success factors for women managers in the hospitality and financial services sectors in Zimbabwe

The traditional top down approaches where leaders give directives are becoming less and less appropriate in modern management. The approaches are problematic especially in an environment which is always changing. What is becoming more and more appropriate for one to be successful as a leader is positive influence. Findings from a research carried out to identify success factors for women managers in the hospitality and financial services sectors in Zimbabwe show that there are certain factors that contribute towards one's success (Zinyemba, 2013). The success factors include the following: good communication skills, team work, personal effectiveness skills and influence of role models. Studies have also shown that there are certain behaviors and qualities that contribute to one's success as a manager (Industrial society, 1997). Such behaviors include enthusiasm, toughness, integrity, warmth and humility. This paper analyses success factors for women managers in the hospitality and financial services sectors in Zimbabwe in the light of what other researchers have identified as key to successful and effective leadership.