This book examines the challenges and social economic and corporate trends that future leaders
will need to deal with as well as the technical social and communication skills they will
require in order to succeed. This assessment of future leadership overviews the need for a
solid base of technical and social skills such as advanced communication and intercultural
awareness all while increasingly need to balance individual and organizational needs. The book
begins by discussing the conclusion that future challenges require leaders to operate in
increasingly complex and rapidly changing environments while providing a clear strategic
vision. This book is based upon explorative interviews conducted with 20 academic and
practitioner leadership experts senior consultants and senior and top managers many of whom
work in innovative organizations in San Francisco and Silicon Valley. Shared are the results
prompted by five postulated future economic and social megatrends the interviewed experts each
provided unique insights and views on future work environments and leadership issues.
