Coursera's "Making of a Modern Leader" report emphasizes the evolving nature of leadership amid global changes, technology disruption, and hybrid work environments. Today’s leaders must excel in four areas: leading the organization, teams, transformation, and oneself. Key modern leadership traits include strategic thinking, empathy, resilience, and adaptability, as these skills support digital transformation and employee retention. The report suggests that scaling leadership training through accessible, skills-based learning programs like Coursera’s Leadership Academy can address skill gaps, foster high-performance teams, and meet workforce expectations for mentorship and flexibility.

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