CIO OPINION
The era of constantly checking emails at family dinners and fielding work calls on holiday is fading fast .
Andy Lindsell , CTO , Babble
Leadership fitness in the age of AI and ‘ always-on ’ technology
Babble ’ s CTO , Andy Lindsell , tells us why IT leaders must prioritise their ethical fitness for success .
The business leadership landscape has undergone a dramatic shift in the past few years . This transformation is driven by several factors : the relentless pace of technological advancement , the ever-changing economic environment and a new workforce demanding a different leadership style .
One of the most striking shifts is the need for leaders , particularly IT leaders , to feel ‘ always on ’. The era of constantly checking emails at family dinners and fielding work calls on holiday is fading fast .
Today ’ s leaders recognise that ‘ rise and grind ’ culture doesn ’ t equal business success , with studies showing the approach can stifle growth . Instead , leaders are focusing on more effective , and therefore successful , ways of working .
Leaders who prioritise well-being are demonstrably more effective . They exhibit increased focus , make better decisions , and foster a more engaged and productive team environment . Enter ‘ Fit to Lead ’, a framework that encourages leaders to work on their physical , mental and ethical fitness in today ’ s business world . Leaders should also encourage and more importantly facilitate , their employees to do the same .
A new leadership framework
It ’ s no secret that working on your mental and physical fitness is one of the simplest ways to sharpen your mind , reduce stress , and stimulate creativity and productivity at work . However , the ‘ Fit to Lead ’ framework goes further than this , presenting a balanced approach to the three pillars of ‘ fitness ’ for leadership success . The three pillars provide a
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