How Post-Heroic Leadership Strengthens Culture and Performance
Introduction
A recent report reveals that post-heroic leadership is key to building strong, agile cultures that drive organisational resilience and superior commercial performance.
The 2023 State of Agile Culture Report by JCURV, Truthsayers, and the Agile Business Consortium surveyed over 1,000 professionals across industries and levels. It examined the impact of different leadership styles on agile culture, business agility, and resilience.
The findings highlight a significant gap between leadership and employee perspectives on agility. While 97% of C-suite members believe they role model agile behaviours, just 2% of delivery team members agree.
Only 29% of employees think leaders can adapt to changing market conditions. This perception gap risks inhibiting an organisation’s agility and resilience.
What is Post-Heroic Leadership?
The report contrasts two leadership archetypes:
- Heroic leaders demonstrate a command-and-control style. They assign tasks and manage individuals, rarely empowering teams.
- Post-heroic leaders foster environments where team members feel empowered and engaged. They retain accountability while enabling teams…
