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The future of leadership: US perspectives eBook

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A new wave of leadership insight

In his 1970 bestseller, “Future Shock”, Alvin Toffler describes a sweeping state of anxiety and disorientation caused by a shared sense that too much was changing too quickly. Sound familiar?  

We of course now know that the widespread, societal ‘future shock’ defined by Toffler 50+ years ago eventually subsided. Yet today, we find ourselves swept up in another wave of uncertainty, unpredictability, and overwhelm. And while AI integration and augmentation are hot topics, they are not the only factors driving business leaders to reflect deeply on how best to future proof their organisations.

To better understand the needs and capability gaps faced by today’s leaders, we did what we at Impact do best: we leaned into our trusted partner relationships. 

Eight leaders. One shared question:
What does the future of leadership require now?

We sat down with eight trusted leaders from across industries throughout our US networks. We listened, we probed, and we listened some more… co-creating a picture of what it all means now and into the future. 

The result. A beautiful eBook. Chock full of real-world reflections, sense-making, insights, and provocations.  

Clear themes emerged: navigating uncertainty requiring collaboration and empowerment; doubling down on human‑centred leadership; and vital future skills like courage and authenticity. As AI accelerates change, leaders will need a true 'humans + machines' mindset. And with pressure on leaders rising, self‑leadership and wellbeing - from resilience to effective energy management - are emerging as essential foundations for sustainable performance.

Steven Nishida
Why this eBook matters
Guiding questions for your own leadership practice

We may not be able to fully predict what’s coming next, or detail precisely how or where disruptions will hit hardest. But we can stay close to the people shaping the future in real time. Leaders from US institutions including Caesars Entertainment, Huntington Bank and Edgewell Personal Care share timely, grounded insights on leadership today. Their reflections illuminate practical pathways for leaders who want to stay informed, intentional, and ready for a rapidly shifting landscape.

Download your copy below. As you read, consider these guiding questions:

  • How can I ensure that I am stepping into the emerging future with eyes wide open?  
  • How can I embed human-centricity into my leadership practice?
  • How can I enable others to respond in each moment with decisive leadership action?
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