Assessing leaders for the future

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of the current elements of leadership and to give the reader an idea of how to assess a leader's fit within an organisation.

Design/methodology/approach

This paper is a combination of a&dc's methodology and external research.

Findings

The main conclusion of this paper is that an “all‐weather” leader has a huge role to play in the future success of any organisation, particularly in the current economic climate. However, we must learn to appreciate that one leader can do very well in one culture, but not so well in another, so it is vital that organisations have an effective assessment and development strategy in place to deliver their business agenda.

Practical implications

A change in the way leaders are assessed and managed is needed to ensure organisations have the “all‐weather” leaders needed for future growth.

Originality/value

The “Five Core Elements of Leaders” is a unique a&dc concept.

Citation

Povah, L. (2012), "Assessing leaders for the future", Industrial and Commercial Training, Vol. 44 No. 5, pp. 250-258. https://doi.org/10.1108/00197851211244988