It’s lonely at the top is not just a cute saying, leaders often do feel isolated. It is difficult to find a safe and helpful place for deep conversations about the challenges that we face in leadership. One of the best tools for personal growth as a leader is a peer group. A good peer group can provide accountability, encouragement, advice, and a perspective that helps a leader recognize strengths, weaknesses, and areas for growth. See the article for nine ways that peer groups help leaders overcome the challenges that they often face.