Inclusive leadership still thin on the ground

Organisations must develop inclusive leaders if they are to survive, but these leaders are still very rare, suggests research. Vertical, siloed business hierarchies are being replaced with increasingly flat and modular structures, and a different type of leader is essential, according to a report by Opportunity Now (ON). The new leaders are inclusive, adaptable, and good at building relationships and developing talent. The report, Inclusive leadership: culture change for business success, highlights the business case for this style of management and sets out a five-point framework to help HR implement change. Research conducted in 2011 showed that 81 per cent […]

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