While decades of research have identified common personality traits among individuals who emerge as leaders, far less is understood about what distinguishes leaders who consistently perform effectively once they are in the role. As organizations face increasing complexity and uncertainty, executive search professionals must look beyond traditional leadership profiles to identify candidates with the adaptability and behavioral range needed for long-term success.
In this members-only webinar, Dr. Ryne Sherman, Chief Science Officer at Hogan Assessments, joins Karen Greenbaum, former President & CEO of AESC, to discuss Hogan's latest research on leadership effectiveness. Together, they explore why there is no single personality profile that predicts successful leadership. Instead, effective leaders develop broad behavioral repertoires through diverse experiences, continuous learning, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Participants will gain practical insights into how these findings can strengthen executive assessment, leadership selection, and succession planning.
By the end of the webinar, attendees will have a deeper understanding of the factors that contribute to leadership effectiveness and how to identify executives who are equipped to lead through uncertainty and change. Participants will learn how to:
- Distinguish between the personality traits associated with leadership emergence and those linked to leadership effectiveness.
- Understand the latest research on how personality, experience, and adaptability contribute to executive success.
- Recognize why there is no single personality profile for effective leadership.
- Evaluate candidates based on their behavioral repertoire, learning agility, and capacity to adapt.
- Assess leadership potential beyond traditional competencies and experience alone.
- Apply research-backed insights to executive search, leadership assessment, and succession planning.
- Help clients identify leaders who are well-positioned to navigate uncertainty, complexity, and organizational change.