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Four things HR looks for when promoting leaders

Four things HR looks for when promoting leaders

Experts say the turmoil caused by the coronavirus crisis is the perfect training for those wanting to climb the corporate ladder. Here are the four things that HR bosses look for when promoting someone to a leadership position.

Linda O'Farrell, director of Fortescue People, says the top five things she looks for are: value sets, motivation, the capacity to build strong teams, strong performance and track record and a learning mindset. Trevor Collens

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The coronavirus pandemic has challenged professionals on almost every front, but experts say the turmoil caused by the crisis has been the perfect training ground for those wanting to climb the corporate ladder.

Agility, resilience and an ability to adapt to change will stand executives in good stead if they are angling for leadership promotion in the next three to five years, according to human resources leaders.

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Natasha Boddy
Natasha BoddyWork & Careers reporterNatasha Boddy is Work & Careers reporter with The Australian Financial Review. She was previously a homepage editor and online producer. Connect with Natasha on Twitter. Email Natasha at natasha.boddy@afr.com
Sally Patten
Sally PattenBOSS editorSally Patten edits BOSS, and writes about workplace issues. She was the financial services editor and personal finance editor of the AFR, The Age and the Sydney Morning Herald. She edited business news for The Times of London. Connect with Sally on Twitter. Email Sally at spatten@afr.com

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