Improving leadership from the inside out : Capabilities and implementation of a new model

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings The playbook for leadership development not only has many pages but also has almost just as many authors. A Google search of the terms provides over 20 million responses, with seemingly almost as many books on the subject. For any large organization, the easy part is deciding on where leadership needs improvements and investment; the difficult part is identifying what the best approach would be and where to find it. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.