Discussions highlighted the evolving nature of leadership competencies to keep pace with changing business environments. Key topics included:
- Emphasis on agile, data-driven competency development using AI and real-time feedback.
- Involving diverse stakeholders, including mid-level managers and remote workers.
- The need for continuous learning and micro-credentials to maintain relevance.
- Competencies should align with organizational goals and be regularly evaluated.
Pratik Kumar delivered a thought-provoking keynote on the importance of leadership authenticity, emphasizing accountability, trust, and the ability to adapt to both organic and inorganic growth strategies. His insights highlighted the need for leaders to balance short-term objectives with long-term goals while fostering continuous learning within their teams.
Yogi Sriram discussed leadership’s evolving role in succession planning and organizational growth, underscoring the need for authenticity and agility. He emphasized overcoming leadership hypocrisy and adapting competencies to meet generational shifts and market demands.
The roundtable featured four key discussions:
- Focused on aligning competencies with organizational goals and fostering growth through job rotation and dynamic assessments.
- Discussed the need for adaptability, emotional intelligence, and strategic thinking to thrive in VUCA environments.
- Stressed the importance of aligning leadership competencies with the business vision and fostering continuous evaluation.
- Emphasized transparency, trust, and diversity as core values for building high-performance cultures.
