The importance of leadership development in the modern working world
Today, leadership development is an essential task for keeping organisations fit in times of digital transformation. It helps to develop skills that enable managers to act in an agile and adaptive manner. Many managers come to coaching programmes with questions about the right combination of traditional management tasks and modern technologies. Targeted support gives them the impetus they need to better master challenges and lead employees confidently in a changing environment. Leadership development aims to support this balance in the long term and provide practical support[1].
Building competences as the core of management development
Systematic skills development is at the centre of successful management development. Firstly, a needs analysis is carried out to determine existing strengths and identify development potential. The resulting personalised development plans are based on a wide range of measures. These range from face-to-face workshops and digital learning formats to individual coaching sessions. Managers benefit in particular when they can try out new skills directly in practice and receive regular feedback. This creates a continuous learning process that addresses the requirements of the digital working world[1][2].
Examples from different industries
In the manufacturing industry, organisations rely on digital learning modules combined with simulations. This allows managers to experience the use of new technologies in practice and refine their behaviour in simulated situations. In the service sector, virtual training is used to promote the confident use of analysis tools and data-based decisions. The energy sector also uses a mixture of workshops and learning platforms to strengthen leadership skills, especially in the area of sustainable transformation. These examples show how versatile management development can be and how it can be tailored to individual industry needs[2][7].
A variety of methods to support management development
There is a wide range of methods available for management development, offering customised solutions for different needs. Individual coaching sessions help to clarify personal issues and strengthen competences in a targeted manner. Role plays and simulations offer practical learning environments in which managers can prepare for challenging situations. Feedback programmes that incorporate different perspectives allow managers to better reflect on their own leadership role and develop it further. Online formats are also gaining in importance, as they can be used flexibly and from any location and often focus on digital skills[2][5].
KIROI Best Practice in the area of leadership development
KIROI BEST PRACTICE at ABC (name changed due to NDA contract) A development programme was implemented in an energy supply company to introduce managers to AI topics in a targeted manner. Coaching sessions and simulated application scenarios combine theoretical input with practical experience. The managers report that this improves their communication with technical teams and enables them to support innovations more effectively. This approach helps managers to integrate digital technologies into their tasks with confidence and responsibility.
KIROI BEST PRACTICE at DEF (name changed due to NDA contract) A management development programme was set up in the logistics sector to promote the use of AI-supported planning tools. Practical workshops enabled managers to learn how to optimise their decision-making processes based on data. The participants state that their confidence has improved significantly and that team coordination is also more successful as a result.
KIROI BEST PRACTICE at GHI (name changed due to NDA contract) In the financial sector, a combined learning and coaching format was used to familiarise managers with the use of automated analyses. The mix of virtual training and face-to-face coaching promoted a confident approach to new technologies. Managers report that this helps them to communicate decisions more transparently and better prepare their team for the digital future.
Challenges and opportunities in leadership development
Clients often report that the balancing act between operational management and the development of new competences is a challenge. Leadership development can help here by providing impetus for prioritisation and time management. In addition, support through coaching and peer counselling promotes the ability to reflect and provides practical solutions. There are opportunities for managers to become more digital through targeted skills development and to lead their teams more confidently through change processes. The long-term support and integration of different learning formats strengthen learning success and can be adapted to individual needs[2][7].
My analysis
Management development is becoming increasingly important with digitalisation and the use of new technologies. Systematic skills development, tailored to individual and industry-specific requirements, is an important building block for sustainable leadership success. A variety of methods and practical support are crucial in order to effectively implement learning impulses. KIROI Coaching accompanies managers in these processes to support them in complex projects relating to artificial intelligence and beyond. This creates a leadership culture that is future-orientated, flexible and capable of action.
Further links from the text above:
[1] KIROI Step 9: Leadership development for the new AI era
[2] Leadership development: KIROI step 9 for competence development
[5] Leadership development: Methods and concepts - Factorial
[7] Leadership development: KIROI step 9 for ... - SAULDIE
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