The 8 Traits of Future Proof Leaders

Are you a future-proof leader? You can’t know for sure, but if you have these 8 traits, or are at least willing to develop them, there’s a great chance you are. Now is the time to find out.

AMBITIOUS
Future-proof leaders are hungry for more and better. They are rarely completely satisfied with how things are and always see opportunities for improvement. They set ambitious goals for themselves and their organizations.

AUTHENTIC
Future-proof leaders are themselves. They don’t play a role or imitate others. They genuinely say what they want to say and do what they want to do. They dare to be different, even if that makes them vulnerable.

HAS INTEGRITY
Future-proof leaders are honest and set high ethical standards for themselves. They are dependable and let their values and beliefs guide their decisions and behaviors.

STRATEGIC THINKER
Future-proof leaders see and understand the bigger picture. They are able to take a bird’s eye perspective and connect the dots. They can look and think a few steps ahead about the consequences of actions.

DECISION-MAKER
Future-proof leaders are willing and able to make tough decisions. They are confident and dare to take the lead and serve as a tower of strength, especially in challenging circumstances.

MENTALLY HEALTHY
Future-proof leaders are balanced and in sync with themselves. They show high self-awareness and consciously work on their own physical and mental health on a day-to-day basis.

TRANSPARENT COMMUNICATOR
Future-proof leaders are great communicators. They are skilled listeners and are able to express themselves accurately and carefully. They provide honest, timely, clear and relevant information.

COACH
Future-proof leaders support and nurture the people they lead. They coach and mentor them so that they develop and grow—preferably above and beyond their own leadership skills.

Having a leader that shares these seven traits is fantastic. Being such a leader is even greater! Are you a future-proof leader?

No worries if one or more traits still require development. That’s normal and these are not fixed traits. They can be learned and developed. So, assess yourself against these seven traits and you know where you still need some