Traditional ways of working are fast becoming a thing of the past. Not only is there the rise of the digital workplace, but traditional leaders are also being left behind. People now prefer more collaborative ways of working, rather than just being told what to do in an authoritarian manner. To help illustrate this point, Virgin has put together an infographic that compares collaborative leadership skills, to traditional ones. What type of leader are you? Learn how to improve leadership skills with collaboration today!
| TRADITIONAL LEADERS | COLLABORATIVE LEADERS |
| Believe power comes from their position of authority. | Believe power is greatest in a collective team. |
| Maintain ownership of information. | Openly share information and knowledge. |
| Sometimes listen to suggestions and ideas from their team. | Encourage suggestions and ideas from their team. |
| Deliver the approved solution to their team. | Facilitate brainstorming with their team. |
| Allocate time and resources only when proven necessary. | Enable their team by allocating time and resources right away. |
| Adhere to specific roles and responsibilities. | Allow roles and responsibilities to evolve and fluctuate. |
| Fight fires and focus on symptoms. | Seek to uncover the root causes of issues. |
| Review staff performance annually according to company policy. | Offer immediate and ongoing feedback and personalised coaching. |
