According to talent management consultant Development Dimensions International (ddiworld.com), employees that demonstrate the following abilities have a strong chance at being successful in a senior leadership role:
Propensity to lead – they step up to leadership opportunities
They bring out the best in others
Authenticity – they have integrity, admit mistakes and don’t let their egos get in their way
Receptivity to feedback – they seek out and welcome feedback
Learning agility
Adaptability – maintaining an unswerving, “can do” attitude in the face of change
Navigates ambiguity – this trait enables people to simplify complex issues and make decisions without having all the facts
Conceptual thinking – like great chess players and baseball managers, the best leaders always have the big picture in mind. Their ability to think two, three or more moves ahead separates them from competitors
