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DDI Helping organizations build the leaders they need today and prepare for tomorrow.

Over the past 45 years at DDI, we’ve honed our expertise in the science and practice of leadership strategy, leadership selection, leadership development, and succession management with clients in 93 countries.

There’s a behavior that builds ownership, broadens perspectives, and supports innovation. And it begins with pausing and...
10/12/2026

There’s a behavior that builds ownership, broadens perspectives, and supports innovation. And it begins with pausing and making room for people to contribute.

When leaders ask for help and encourage involvement, their teams can bring fresh ideas and help shape what happens next. That gives people more reason to feel invested in the outcome.

What does a leader do that makes you feel encouraged to contribute?

DDI is honored to be a 2026 Training Magazine Network Choice Awards winner in:🔸 Leadership Development🔸 Measurement & As...
10/09/2026

DDI is honored to be a 2026 Training Magazine Network Choice Awards winner in:

🔸 Leadership Development
🔸 Measurement & Assessment

Together, these awards highlight our ability to help organizations build leadership capability and use assessment insights to make smarter talent decisions and prepare leaders at every level.

Thank you to the L&D professionals who voted for DDI. We’re proud to be recognized by the people we work to support every day.

Leadership trends rise and fade by the day, and the market is flooded with ideas. How do you decide which ones deserve y...
10/07/2026

Leadership trends rise and fade by the day, and the market is flooded with ideas. How do you decide which ones deserve your time and investment?

Three questions can help you focus on what drives more effective leadership and business results.

Can your leadership development strategy answer all three?

Read more: https://www.ddi.com/research/leadership-effectiveness

Rushing to fix the problem isn’t always helpful when someone shares a concern. Oftentimes, people want to feel heard and...
10/05/2026

Rushing to fix the problem isn’t always helpful when someone shares a concern. Oftentimes, people want to feel heard and understood first.

Listening and responding with empathy helps leaders strengthen trust and communication by acknowledging their team members’ experiences.

When has empathy made a difference for you at work?

09/29/2026

You know what you want leadership development to achieve. You shouldn’t have to start from scratch to make it happen.

DDI Chief Product Officer Verity Creedy shares how CoLab Studio gives HR and L&D teams a head start with relevant content and ideas, so they can create learning experiences that meet business needs and reflect their leaders’ challenges.

Praise can feel hollow if it stops at “Good job.” Specific recognition helps people see the value they bring to the team...
09/28/2026

Praise can feel hollow if it stops at “Good job.” Specific recognition helps people see the value they bring to the team. The next time you recognize someone’s work, try sharing:

📌 What they did well
📌 Why it mattered
📌 What you appreciate about how they did it

A few specific words can help someone feel valued and know what to keep building on.

What’s a piece of recognition from a leader that has stayed with you?

Leaders are only as effective as their ability to connect with others. In every conversation, people have personal needs...
09/21/2026

Leaders are only as effective as their ability to connect with others. In every conversation, people have personal needs: to feel understood, valued, involved, and supported. DDI’s Key Principles give leaders a practical framework for meeting those needs so they can build trust and strengthen relationships.

Swipe to meet all five.

You never outgrow the opportunity to become a better leader. 🌱The challenges you face change as your experience and resp...
09/15/2026

You never outgrow the opportunity to become a better leader. 🌱

The challenges you face change as your experience and responsibilities grow. That means that development should change along with them.

DDI Impact Evaluation data shows that when development was adapted to their experience and needs, senior leaders reduced ineffective leadership behaviors by 74%.

So whether you’re a first-time supervisor or a senior executive, development works best when it meets you where you are.

Today we’re celebrating the 90th birthday of our founder and executive chairman, Bill Byham! Bill’s groundbreaking contr...
09/14/2026

Today we’re celebrating the 90th birthday of our founder and executive chairman, Bill Byham!

Bill’s groundbreaking contributions to industrial-organizational psychology and human resources continue to shape how organizations assess, select, and develop leaders around the world. From advancing assessment center methodology and behavior-based interviewing to pioneering development that drives lasting behavior change, his innovations have truly transformed the field.

Through his research, books, and decades of leadership, Bill has built a remarkable legacy—one that continues to inspire our work at DDI every day.

Happy 90th birthday, Bill!

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