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WHAT'S NEXT?: Traditional slow, hierarchical leadership models are breaking down to be replaced by more agile systems of decision-making. Consequently, populist leaders are threatening to replace many career politicians while leaders in general are dealing with unprecedented, complex levels and speed of change requiring instant insights and decision-making. Many leaders (middle management) will be lost to automation in the coming years while Millennials will increasingly occupy leadership roles..

• [New] Transparent leadership creates a favorable workplace environment that will enhance job satisfaction and workforce retention while boosting employee engagement until 2026. Skills Caravan
• [New] Businesses that invest in emotionally intelligent leadership, transparent decision-making and genuine dialog with employees will be far more likely to weather the storms coming in 2026. HRZone
• [New] With intelligent, agentic co-workers entering the workforce, understanding which tasks can be automated and which are still best left to humans will be a critical leadership skill in 2026. Old National Bank
• [New] Communicating the insights and actionable strategies derived from data analytics will be critical to leadership in 2026. Old National Bank
• [New] By combining agile leadership with talent-centric cultures, organizations across the GCC are positioning themselves to thrive in an era shaped by disruption and opportunity. Sapience
• [New] Investors are increasingly focused on whether leadership transition risk explains Berkshire's modest underperformance versus the S&P 500. 24/7 Wall St.
• [New] With leadership driving ERP strategy and workforce transformation, manufacturers are poised to leverage the full potential of cloud ERP and advanced technologies in 2026. Atlantic | Tomorrow's Office
• [New] As policing enters 2026, artificial intelligence will no longer be an emerging issue, it will be a defining leadership test. Police1
• [New] Decisions made today about web crawling will help determine where the next generation of AI leadership emerges - whether in Europe, the United States, or elsewhere. Center for Data Innovation
• [New] By 2026, innovation in extraction, processing, and technology adoption will help the United States move towards supply chain resilience, environmental leadership, and sustained economic growth. Farmonaut
• [New] Unified control could embolden Washington's increasingly assertive approach to global leadership, raising questions about sustainability and restraint. Politics UK - The Home of UK Political News
• [New] As Qatar continues to expand its aviation footprint, it confronts both opportunities and challenges in sustaining its leadership role, managing regulatory complexities, and responding to an increasingly competitive global environment. eplaneai
• [New] China now presents the only real threat to American leadership in AI. The Atlantic
• [New] At scale, beginning in 2026, AI leadership will no longer be decided by algorithms or capital alone. Lessons from a Startup Life
• [New] Nokia's leadership envisions a future where networks are intelligent entities, not just conduits. WebProNews
• [New] Leadership transitions at the Fed often lead to increased volatility in the Treasury markets, which could ripple through to equity valuations. FinancialContent
• [New] Management and investors expect a stronger 2026, underpinned by AI leadership and new revenue engines like Cybercab and Robotaxi opportunities. Without cables
• [New] In 2026, Digital Transformation will test leadership clarity, organizational agility, and cultural readiness more than technical capability. ETPL - Virtual Flair - Redefined
• [New] In 2026, successful organizations will cultivate leadership capabilities throughout their structures, empowering people to exercise influence regardless of formal position. The Center for Leadership Studies
• [New] Collaborative leadership that prioritizes innovation and the intentional use of emerging technologies will continue to drive economic growth in Greater Des Moines in 2026. Business Record
• [New] The formation of a new Gang Suppression Force with U.S. leadership holds promise that the situation in Haiti could eventually be brought under control. IndraStra Global
• [New] In 2026, sophisticated measurement frameworks that tie communications activities to business outcomes will become the standard expectation from leadership. AMW

Last updated: 11 January 2026