Ken Blanchard captured a fundamental truth of leadership

“Growing, for leaders, is like oxygen to a deep sea diver. Without learning and growing, leaders die in terms of their effectiveness.”

At the executive level, past success is not a growth strategy. Markets shift, expectations rise, and complexity increases. Leaders who fail to evolve eventually limit their own impact — and that of their organizations.

The most effective executives treat learning as a discipline, not an event. They stay curious, challenge their own assumptions, and invest deliberately in their continued development.

Leadership effectiveness is sustained by growth. Without it, relevance fades.

How are you ensuring your growth keeps pace with the demands of your role?

Get in touch with Live Learning to discuss your growth goals for 2026.

Ken Blanchard captured a fundamental truth of headership
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Howard O'Donnell

CEO Live Learning

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