Why do some organizations lurch from disaster to disaster, while others strive to achieve great things? Why do senior managers in some organizations create detailed strategies only to have them ignored, while those in other organizations manage to mobilize their entire staff to carry out their plans?

Leadership skills play an essential role when it comes to the operational viability of businesses. The same applies to the professional development of talented individuals. Many companies, especially small entities tend to promote individuals into leadership roles without providing relevant skills development. Fortunately, the popularity of management and leadership training programs is gaining momentum.