Leadership Skills for a New Era

Modern Leadership – Not as Scary as it Seems! 

Did you hear that? It’s the ghost of traditional leadership haunting your halls! But seriously, outdated leadership styles are holding companies back in today's fast-paced landscape. Some would say – they're dead!

The top-down decision-making approach of years past isolates the modern worker, resulting in decreased productivity. In fact, only 29% of employees perceive their leader as demonstrating human leadership.

What does it mean to be a “human” leader? It requires moving away from transactional, hands-off communication and fostering an environment where everyone has a seat at the table.

Modern Leadership in Action

To effectively manage diverse teams and drive forward-thinking strategies, make sure your understanding of the following pillars is as strong as Frankenstein’s grip:

• Emotional Intelligence: Emotional intelligence involves understanding and managing one’s emotions and those of others. Leaders with high emotional intelligence are able to communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and empathize with their team members. In fact, it was recently voted as the top skillall leaders should possess.
• Agility: The workforce is more complex than ever, and leaders need to be able to roll with the pumpkins...errr...punches. This requires a leader to create space in their brain so when faced when a new or uncertain situations that require uncertainty, they are able to respond thoughtfully and with intent.
• Inclusivity: Inclusive leadership is no trick—it’s a treat when everyone feels valued and included! A diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives, leading to more innovative ideas and better decision-making. Inclusive leadership also ensures that all voices are heard and valued, promoting a culture of psychological safety.
• Collaboration: Modern leaders understand that the collective intelligence of a team is more valuable than their opinion on its own. In fact, business leaders see 30% higher productivity in collaborative workplaces. Encouraging collaboration can lead to spooktacular solutions but most importantly, requires a shift from the traditional top-down approach to more flat, cross-functional teams.

Developing Modern Leaders 

If you’re looking to support emerging leaders, there are some easy ways to get started:

• Mentorship and Coaching: Pair emerging leaders with experienced mentors who can cast their spell of wisdom and offer ghoulishly good feedback on how to handle the scariest management challenges.
• Continuous Learning: Dedicate weekly time to brew up new knowledge by reading industry reports, attending webinars, or enrolling in frightfully informative online courses. Encourage your team to do the same and share your insights during team hauntings—I mean, meetings!
• Real-Time Feedback: Implement a system of continuous feedback through tools like 360-degree assessments or regular check-ins. This feedback helps leaders sharpen their approach and avoid any bone-chilling mistakes!

Realizing the Unboxed Vision 

Beware of clinging to the ghostly ways of traditional leadership, for they’re bound to haunt your organization! In today’s ever-evolving workplace, modern leadership demands emotional intelligence, agility, inclusivity, and collaboration. The days of isolating employees and stifling innovation are dead!

To ensure your leaders don’t become relics of the past, invest in mentorship, continuous learning, and real-time feedback to create a team of forward-thinking leaders ready to face any spooky challenge. Don’t let outdated leadership styles come creeping back—your future success depends on it, and Unboxed can help! From custom leadership curriculums to bite-sized hits, we are equipped to retain and grow your leaders, ensuring they become frighteningly effective!