How do we build the courage to challenge tradition and embrace new ways of thinking?

This episode explores why traditional 20th-century models of leadership are no longer fit for today’s realities. By examining the rise of adaptive, collaborative, and ethical approaches, we’ll consider how leadership development must evolve to serve a complex, interconnected world. Listeners will gain insight into what “leadership for the greater good” means in practice—and the risks, resistance, and rewards of reshaping leadership development for a future defined by change.

Key Themes & Talking Points:

Why outdated “hero leadership” models no longer serve today’s challenges.
The rise of adaptive, ethical, and collective leadership approaches.
The influence of global trends on how we develop leaders.
Guardrails to ensure leadership development creates positive, future-focused impact.

With Toby P. Newstead from University of Tasmania Professor Ron Riggio from Claremont McKenna College + Dr Polly McGee from DisCo | Disruptive Consulting

Rethinking Leadership Development For a Changing World || with Dr Toby Newstead + Professor Ron Riggio + Dr Polly McGee