Leadership Development Methodologies
28 different methods for developing leaders
At one time, leadership development meant a training course. Now there are many different methods to choose from and the following list is hopefully a useful checklist on what options to consider.
Feedback Activities
1. 360-degree feedback
2. Simulations and role-plays with feedback
3. Computer-based assessment activities
4. Psychometric tests
5. Ability tests
6. Physical challenge activities
7. Learning logs
8. Performance review
Training
9. In-house training
10. External courses
11. Distance learning
12. E-learning
13. Long courses at universities and business schools
14. Reading
15. Internet search
Development Relationships
16. Coaching
17. Mentoring
18. Action Learning sets
19. Communities of best practice
20. Learning buddies
Planned Experiences
21. Job shadowing/observation
22. Job swaps
23. Projects and assignments
24. Working in a new area/business/country
25. Acting up/deputising
26. Interviewing relevant others
27. Teaching/training others
28. Personal development plans |