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Agile leader is an inclusive democrat

Agility is not just about soft skills, creativity, flexibility or adaptability, but also about a desire for speed, commitment to change, and the communication skills to navigate ambiguity while remaining connected daily.
Agile leader is an inclusive democrat
Our lives today are evolving fast, and so are our workplaces. Majority of the workforce these days comprises of millennials, who are open about sharing their experiences and expectations from their jobs, bosses, and workplaces. They bloom in an environment where free-flowing conversations across the hierarchies are encouraged. A casual pat on the back to say, “I loved the way you planned that project!” goes a long way in making them appreciate their value in the organization. This new age workforce looks forward to striking a fine balance between life at work and outside.  In this age of digital overload with very few constants, if I were to list out the qualities of a good leader, agility and adaptability would top the list. Agility, however, is not just about soft skills, creativity, flexibility or adaptability. In leadership, it has been defined as “a desire for speed, commitment to change, and the communication skills to navigate ambiguity while remaining connected daily. ...
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