SuccessFinder, where experts explored leadership traits shaping the modern workplace.
Drawing on data from over 17,000 professionals, the discussion uncovered an important truth: while organizations say they want human-centric leadership, many leaders still lean heavily on analysis and confidence rather than empathy and flexibility.
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What the Data Revealed
- Collaboration, leadership, and analytical thinking are strong across the workforce, making these behaviors easier to find and nurture.
- Empathy, stress tolerance, and adaptability are less common but essential for thriving in unpredictable environments.
- Emerging leaders tend to show confidence and profit awareness, but not always the emotional intelligence needed for people-centric leadership.
This gap between what organizations want and what leaders do can create challenges in culture, engagement, and decision-making.
Why Leadership Matters
Strong leadership is directly linked to performance. Organizations with high-quality leaders are 2.4 times more likely to outperform competitors, while weak leadership increases turnover and erodes trust.
The takeaway? Leadership development must be personalized. Different levels require different skills, and one-size-fits-all programs won’t work anymore.
🎥 Ready to close your organization’s leadership gap?
Watch the full HRPA x SuccessFinder webinar to discover:
- Which leadership behaviors are most in-demand, and which are hardest to find
- How empathy and resilience drive long-term success
- Strategies to align leadership development with business goals