We often work with our clients in designing their competency frameworks to support a 360 degree feedback process and I have become conscious of some subtle shifts in what is expected of leadership teams in the new, ambiguous and changing world we find ourselves in.

Most notable is a desire for leaders to exhibit resilience, tenacity, an outward looking focus and agility; these underpin an ability to respond and overcome constant challenges, where the answers aren't always readily known and one must make decisions on the information available.

Information abounds, data is all around us, but it is the ability to make sense of this and apply it sensibly that can distinguish 'good' from 'great'.

To this end, I am reminded of a quote which unfortunately I cannot attribute, which states:

"Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fruit salad"

Let's get 'Wisdom' in the mix with 360 degree appraisal!

John