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Welcome to our leadership blog - where ideas, experiences, and expertise come together. Hear from our community, expand your leadership toolkit, stay ahead with trends and insights, and keep up to date with Institute news.

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The Oxford Exchange Gains Institute Approved Status
30 October 2026

The Oxford Exchange Gains Institute Approved Status

The Institute of Leadership is delighted to welcome The Oxford Exchange Leadership Programme as a new Institute Approved programme, recognising its commitment to developing confident, capable and globally minded future leaders.

Budget 2026: What Leaders Need to Know
29 October 2026

Budget 2026: What Leaders Need to Know

The Chancellor's Budget contains immediate measures for businesses alongside longer-term changes to investment, skills and local growth. For leaders, the task is to identify what will affect their organisation directly, what may create opportunities, and which changes still depend on implementation.

The evolving boardroom: Reflections on 20 years in governance and ‘the chair’
28 October 2026

The evolving boardroom: Reflections on 20 years in governance and ‘the chair’

IoL Chair Emrys Green asks what makes a board fit for the future - and argues that good governance starts with more than simply having a seat at the table.

AI Regulation is Changing. What Does It Mean for UK Leaders?
27 October 2026

AI Regulation is Changing. What Does It Mean for UK Leaders?

As AI regulation develops, UK leaders face difficult questions about governance, oversight, accountability and responsible use. Here's what organisations should be thinking about now.

Leadership Briefing: 26 October 2026
26 October 2026

Leadership Briefing: 26 October 2026

From workforce confidence in AI to fair progression and future talent pipelines, explore key insights for leaders this week.

When Your Strengths Lead to Self-Sabotage in Leadership
26 October 2026

When Your Strengths Lead to Self-Sabotage in Leadership

You know the conversation you need to have. You know the boundary you need to set. You can see what would help. Yet somehow, you find yourself doing the opposite.

Five ways to make your listening count
21 October 2026

Five ways to make your listening count

Listening isn't about staying quiet. Five practical ways leaders can make sure people feel heard and that what they say makes a difference.

Why leadership development never stops
20 October 2026

Why leadership development never stops

IoL trustee Oliver Rendell reflects on what trusteeship really means, how it’s helped his journey, and why investing in leadership development should never stop.

Workplace Loneliness: How Leaders Build Connection
19 October 2026

Workplace Loneliness: How Leaders Build Connection

Discover how leaders can reduce workplace loneliness, strengthen team connection and create a culture where people feel included, valued and supported.