Maximizing the Impact of Leadership Development
Leadership development experiences need to focus on preparing and supporting leaders through their most critical leadership moments. While every moment carries its own unique context, adopting a common set of best practices for leadership development gives you the elements to combine for the highest impact.
At the heart of every best practice is an unwavering focus on the leader. And this focus must also include the leader’s context, their challenges, and their needs. This focus helps shape how you design and deliver the overall experience for your leaders.
Based on our work and research around the world, we have identified seven best practices for leadership development experiences that effectively deliver better business results. As you reimagine your leadership development program with these practices, you can better develop and support your leaders in the moments they need it most.
Best Practice #1: Use Micro and Macro Learning Effectively
What’s the difference between micro and macro learning for leadership development? Learn how these learning approaches can be used for different development needs.
Best Practice #2: Blend Group and Self-Directed Leadership Development
Self-directed leadership development can be incredibly effective, but there are some caveats to know to ensure this approach is successful.
Best Practice #3: Create Peer Learning Groups
Leaders love to learn together. Understand the benefits of peer learning groups for leadership development and how to create effective peer learning sessions.
Best Practice #4: Leverage Tools for Personalized Leadership Development
Leaders want personalized leadership development. But what is it? And how can technology be used to personalize learning?
Best Practice #5: Use Assessment for Development
Leadership assessment is key to generating insight for development. Learn about different types of assessment and practical considerations for using assessment in leadership development experiences.
Best Practice #6: Employ Leadership Practice Tools
“Practice makes perfect” certainly applies to leadership development. Learn what makes a good leadership practice tool and how to integrate them into your leadership programs.
Best Practice #7: Build in Feedback for Personal Development
Feedback is key to personal development and growth. Get an overview of the different types of feedback and ways to build it into your leadership development experiences.
