Is Next Generation Leadership Ready To Take The Charge?

The next generation of leadership is going to be the fuel for the development of the country, which is why it is important for every functional sector to efficiently utilise the potential of the young population. Technology is the component that significantly contributes to bringing change in the HR field. Priyanka Anand, Vice President & Head - Human Resources - Southeast Asia, Oceania & India, Ericsson mentioned that the best generation leader should operate, succeed and excel in the VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) world. 

Anand said that we look at multiple things when we look up to leaders, for her it is the cultural values and the mindset. 

“The next generation of leaders needs to bring in an inclusive and diverse environment, They will have to create an environment where it is about collective success, trust, collaboration leading with empathy and humanness.”

While, Nida Khanam, Chief Human Resources Officer, of Omega Seiki Mobility called the next generation leader a ‘work in progress’. She said that the next generation is the people who are constantly progressing. They are capable of changing and also change-capable, and who can develop a team which can drive that change, added, Khanam.

As HR, Khanam also highlighted the significance of purpose to evaluate the next generation of leaders. She termed ‘technology’ as an enabler and game changer in the field of artificial intelligence, data analytics and automation. 

Renu Bohra, Chief People Officer - India & Indian Subcontinent, DB Schenker talked about the contribution of tier 2 &3 cities in providing the next generation leadership. According to Bohra, the young generation's leadership brings in a fresh perspective, ease of work with the technology and speedy change in their respective companies. 

Further in the conversation, Priyanka added that her company is heavily investing in creating an inclusive mindset in our leaders and doing unbiased training programmes