• Mary Ann "Skipper"
  • 2011
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The nation is facing record heat waves this summer. During the winter we experienced unprecedented snow fall levels. The future environment is uncertain and seems subject to extremes.

As a leader one of our goals is to eliminate extreme swings and create consistency within our organization. While we cannot control the weather, we can influence our organization’s ability to succeed.

A recent study by Taleo, a talent management company, said that the five top critical skills for future leaders are:

  1. Driving and managing change
  2. Identifying and developing future talent
  3. Fostering creativity and innovation
  4. Coaching and mentoring others
  5. Executing organizational strategy

Given economic climates and the changing world dynamics, these skills are essential for dealing with uncertain environments.

It is important to have a plan to navigate change, the people with the ability, innovation and creativity to do so and a strategy that develops our leaders and sustains our organizations.

The heat will continue to rise and the environmental dynamics will continue to shift. These five skills are essential to help you shape a climate that is best suited to your organization.