Drawing on academic research and practitioner experience, this report explores what good leadership looks like and how people professionals can be effective in the selection and development of senior leaders
Good senior leadership is vital in providing organisations with the right strategic direction and oversight. But what are the skills, capabilities and knowledge that senior leaders should be equipped with? And how can people professionals tasked with selecting, developing or advising on senior leadership positions, carry this out effectively?
The CIPD commissioned research that took an evidence-based approach to understanding current practices to provide practical insight into the following questions:
The resulting takeaways and recommendations will help people professionals influence and establish the right leadership in their organisations in a strategic and informed way.
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