In this episode of the Talent Sherpa Podcast, we explore why traditional leadership pipelines aren’t producing the game-changing leaders organizations need today. While many companies focus on developing skilled managers, that alone isn’t enough anymore. The future belongs to catalytic leaders—leaders who influence beyond authority, embrace ambiguity, and drive meaningful transformation.

You’ll learn:

• What sets catalytic leaders apart and why they’re crucial in today’s fast-changing world.
• How traditional leadership programs prioritize operational efficiency over transformation, leaving organizations stagnant.
• Why companies must reimagine leadership development to foster innovation, influence, and strategic agility.
• How to embed leadership development into company culture—making risk-taking, trust-building, and visionary execution the norm.

It’s not enough to develop managers who maintain the status quo. If you want to win in the future, you need to invest in leaders who will challenge, innovate, and accelerate meaningful change.