Measuring leadership development is less about checking boxes and more about connecting dots: between learning and behavior; between behavior and business outcomes.
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High Performing Teams Require High Performing Managers
Whether you have a team of two or 20, your high performing team needs a high performing manager. Goal setting, culture development, feedback, and communication are four core management skills that can set apart high performing managers.
Creative Leadership: What Business Leaders Can Learn from Improv
Improvisation develops a skillset needed for agility and adaptability, thriving in change and chaos, taking advantage of unexpected opportunities, and the people skills needed to lead in dynamic environments.
Four Leadership Trends That Can’t Be Ignored
How can we prepare leaders for a workplace that’s changing faster than ever? Here are the most important takeaways from the DDI Global Leadership Forecast 2025—and what they mean for leadership development moving forward.
Finance Fundamentals: The Essential Financial Skills Every Leader Needs
The ability to understand and apply financial principles is a game-changer for business professionals. Whether you’re managing budgets, shaping strategy, or leading organizational change, financial literacy helps you make better decisions, communicate with confidence, and drive business success.
Improve Your Communication Effectiveness Before You Even Speak
Surprises and unpredictability create stress and communication barriers, even when the message is positive. Everyday habits can build communication effectiveness over time (or destroy it, if they aren’t used).
The Essentials of Authentic Leadership for Modern Business Leaders
Authentic leadership isn’t a skill you master overnight; it’s a continuous journey of growth and self-awareness. By committing to this journey, you foster trust, inspire teams, and create a lasting impact in your organization.
Why Your Retail Strategy Needs to Identify Weak Signals
One of the most overlooked tools in a retail leader’s arsenal is the ability to recognize weak signals—small indicators of change that hint at coming trends. Paying attention to weak signals can help you get ahead of the curve.
A Strategic Guide for Retail Digital Transformation
Whether you’re just starting on your digital transformation journey or looking to refine your approach, “Retail’s Guide to Business Strategy and Change Management for Digital Transformation Success” provides the insights and tools you need to succeed.
How Insurance Leaders Can Identify and Nurture High-Potential Talent
Like many others, the insurance industry thrives on a foundation of skilled professionals who can adapt to changing markets, regulations, and customer needs. However, identifying and nurturing high-potential (HiPo) talent on any team isn’t just about spotting top performers but recognizing those who can grow beyond their current roles and drive the company’s future success.