Gartner Glossary Human Resources Glossary L Leadership Development

Leadership Development

Leadership development is a set of activities that prepare current and future leaders to perform effectively in their roles. Leadership development enables employees to improve their skills in areas such as:

  • Decision making
  • Project management
  • Strategy
  • Network building
  • Team management
  • Innovation
  • Coaching and developing others

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