The article discusses the question of whether self-awareness or readiness for change comes first in leadership development. It draws an analogy to the age-old question of which came first, the chicken or the egg. In the corporate world, there’s a focus on developing competencies for the future, but the key is how to develop these competencies effectively.

The article introduces the concept of the 70:20:10 model for leadership development, which suggests that competencies come from delicate missions and experiences (70%), interaction with other professionals, especially superiors (20%), and training and personal study (10%). It emphasizes that training alone is not enough for leadership development.

The article highlights the importance of soft skills, especially in leadership, and how these skills are primarily developed through experiences (70%) and interactions with others (20%).

It poses questions related to experiences and interactions, such as what experiences are necessary for leadership development, whether they should be national or international, and if companies are open to change.

The 70:20:10 model is mentioned as a learning framework used in organizations, although there’s some criticism in the scientific community regarding the precise impact of each pillar. However, the article suggests that all three pillars make sense for development, with training likely not accounting for 90% of soft skills development.

The article concludes by highlighting that, in a rapidly changing world, it’s challenging to prepare people for future scenarios. It suggests that three key skills for the present are adaptability, self-development, and learning agility.

Finally, the article returns to the initial question: should self-awareness or readiness for change come first in leadership development? Traditionally, it’s believed that self-awareness is necessary to address competency gaps. However, the article suggests that in some cases, a willingness to change (adaptability) might precede self-awareness. It encourages readers to reflect on this and emphasizes the central goal of developing people regardless of the sequence of these attributes.