The most powerful leadership isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about showing up with empathy, honesty, and belief. Think back to your first job. What did you need most? A manager who gave you space to grow? Someone who believed in you before you believed in yourself? A leader who made it safe to ask questions, make mistakes? Today’s early-career professionals are navigating a world that’s faster more complex, more uncertain than ever. Here are 4 ways to be the leader

If the newest generation of talent is asking for more, if they’re seeking empathy, active listening, and authentic collaboration, then we need to rethink not just what we teach, but how we lead. So how do we enable this? Read more for 3 practical ways to start.

I have been working with exceptional graduate talent for over 20 years and I’ve seen how the needs of early-career professionals are shifting. It’s not about building more digital skills—they’ve got those covered. More than ever, it is about creating spaces where soft skills, emotional intelligence, and human connection are valued just as highly. So, what should we, as leaders and mentors, do?