Leadership development is often seen as a box to tick, an inspiring workshop here, a high-impact coaching session there. Research consistently shows that without deliberate follow-through, even the most well-designed training programs fail to drive lasting behavioural change. So the real question becomes: How do leaders ensure they are applying what they have learned?

I think for leadership training to stick, feedback must become part of the culture, not just an annual event. Leadership isn't about perfection, it's about progress, and therefore, progress is far easier to track when you invite honest input from those around you.