To define leadership development, let’s say that’s it refers to any method or activity that aims to enhance the quality of leadership within an individual or a person heading an organization.

In The Past Leadership Development Was Very Strict.

Development activities were very rigid, formal and strict because the people conducting them wanted to ensure that everything should be in a formal setting. They were only confined to Masters in Business Administration (MBA) style programs that are usually offered in prestigious universities and business schools.

Nowadays, the new leadership development trends have shifted into a more laid back and personal setting. Although there is still the serious and formal aspect of it, many people who conduct it are incorporating other means to motivate the participants to actively join the sessions. Some of the trends in leadership development these days include action learning which uses movements in teaching leadership values.

Others make use of trails, adventure courses as well as high-ropes to help participants discover their inner leadership potentials. There are also those who indulge in executive retreats believing that these busy people need a quiet and peaceful environment to reflect on their issues and hopefully, come out as better individuals and better leaders.