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Leadership quality is one of the biggest risk factors for a toxic work environment, and there are often leading indicators that can be addressed before cultures become psychologically unsafe, according to a behavioural scientist.

By investing in the development of foundational leadership behaviours, rather than leadership 'styles', employers can "cultivate leadership that is both impactful and consistent with their strategic goals", the Australian authors of a global study say.

A major employer's P&C team is driving AI adoption across the whole organisation through a top-down approach, which monitors activity and celebrates top users.

Leaders who are capable of self-care are better placed to care for others, but many neglect some key aspects of the practice, according to specialist consultants.

Many professionals believe hard work alone will pave the way to top leadership roles, but that's not how CEOs are made, according to a coach who specialises in the CEO transition.

Using the power that comes with leadership ethically and effectively is a make-or-break competency, and one that's largely overlooked, according to an expert coach.

CHROs often make "universally appealing, open-ended promises" when seeking executive buy-in for initiatives, but they're more likely to succeed by setting realistic expectations, a workforce strategy expert says.

Cross-functional role rotations are most often utilised to develop junior talent, but their benefits make them worth considering for senior leaders, an HR specialist says.

Leaders who have undertaken mindset training, like the types traditionally used in elite sports, are reporting better wellbeing and performance, and gaining an extra four hours per week on average, research shows.

In the face of ongoing social and technological change, two increasingly critical leadership traits are a growth mindset and an adaptive style, according to a strategy specialist.