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