An adaptive approach to address business challenges: Some key characteristics of flexible leadership

Abstract

Purpose

Growing uncertainty in the business environment demands the ability of firms to constantly adapt in order to provide effective solutions. A flexible approach to leadership is therefore critical along with the development of key competencies that enable them to successfully balance different roles, responsibilities and demands.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Growing uncertainty in the business environment demands the ability of firms to constantly adapt in order to provide effective solutions. A flexible approach to leadership is therefore critical along with the development of key competencies that enable them to successfully balance different roles, responsibilities and demands.

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.

Citation

(2021), "An adaptive approach to address business challenges: Some key characteristics of flexible leadership", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 35 No. 4, pp. 39-42. https://doi.org/10.1108/DLO-09-2020-0198