Leadership development programs are critical for any business looking to shape strong leaders capable of driving real business outcomes. However, the question remains–is your leadership training actually delivering measurable results? Leadership development isn’t just learning some new skills or communication techniques. In order for your training to drive business results and move the organization forward, leaders must learn how to create lasting change.
Traditional Leadership Training Has a Lot of Issues
Many companies invest in leadership development to some degree but rarely see tangible returns on that investment. According to the 2023 Global Leadership Forecast, leaders need to develop five main skills: identifying and developing future talent, strategic thinking, managing successful change, decision-making prioritization, and the ability to influence others. Despite so many leaders finding these to be key skills, only 12% rate themselves as effective at all five.
Only 18%of companies rate their leaders as “very effective” at meeting business goals.Even with billions spent on leadership training! So, what’s the issue here? Theroot cause of the problem is that leadership programs aren’t aligned with the core needs of the business. We address this by focusing on three key pillars:creating clarity, building alignment, and generating movement. This is the best way to train leaders in a way that connects their actions with company goals.
Measuring the Success of Leadership Development Programs
So, how do you know if your leadership development program is truly driving business results? Here are a few ways to measure the impact:
Business Alignment
Successful leadership training should translate directly into business performance.Measure how well leadership behaviors align with your organization’s strategic goals. Are leaders taking steps that push the company in the right direction?Have they developed the ability to connect team efforts to larger organizational outcomes? This alignment is crucial in making leadership development relevant and impactful.
Employee Engagement & Retention
Leadership directly impacts employee engagement. In fact, 70% of employee engagement variance is attributed to managers. High-performing leaders drive motivated teams. Measure engagement surveys, turnover rates, and feedback to determine how effective leaders are at keeping employees engaged and committed to the company’s vision. When leadership development includes clarity in communication and decision-making, employees feel more connected to their leaders and the business as a whole.
Performance Metrics
Track team key results (TKRs) before and after implementing leadership training. Is there an increase in team productivity, project success rates, or revenue growth? Clear, quantifiable improvements in these areas show that leadership training is elevating business outcomes.
Leadership Effectiveness
Survey employees on their perceptions of leadership. Are leaders demonstrating greater empathy, decisiveness, and strategic thinking? Are they empowering their teams through ownership and trust? Use feedback tools to gauge how well leaders have applied the principles of alignment, clarity, and movement in their day-to-day management.
Development of Future Leaders
A hallmark of effective leadership is the ability to develop others. Consider whether your current leadership training prepares future leaders who can continue driving business results. Are managers actively fostering talent, passing on skills, and encouraging accountability within their teams?
Lead in 30: A Leadership Development Program That Moves the Needle
At Lead In 30, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all leadership development. We focus on creating leaders who can align their actions with the company’s strategy, provide clarity in decision-making, and generate movement by pushing their teams to perform at their highest potential. Our training program goes beyond theory—it’s designed to create leaders who can translate learning into results.
By prioritizing alignment, clarity, and movement, you’ll see improved leadership and stronger business performance. Effective leaders create empowered teams, which in turn drive growth, innovation, and success.
Ready to Drive Business Results?
If your current leadership development isn’t producing the outcomes you’re looking for, it’s time to rethink your strategy. At Lead in 30, we offer a unique, results-driven approach to leadership development. Let’s transform your leaders into high-impact drivers of business success.