Innovation Worthy of Recognition

When recruiters talk to job candidates, they may notice a reoccurring line of thought.  When asked about favorite places to work, people will often wax on their good experiences working with wise and creative bosses.  These qualities of leadership can transform a job that seems decent to something extraordinary.

With a sensitivity to the importance of these experiences for workers, TrainingIndustry.com’s 2011 Leadership Companies Watch List recognized Interaction Associates for its innovative leadership.

“The 2011 Leadership Watch List offers an objective look at companies that have demonstrated innovation and excellence in Leadership training,” said Ken Taylor, Chief Operating Officer of Training Industry, Inc.

Interaction Associates was chosen, in part, because of its innovative approach to leadership development: its advanced methods for developing facilitative leaders — dynamic, collaborative, and highly effective leaders who posses a powerful combination of skills for succeeding in today’s business environment.

“We’re honored to named to Training Industry’s prestigious Watch List,” said IA President and CEO Linda Dunkel. “We were nominated on the strength of our thought leadership, technological innovation, design expertise, and high level of attention to corporate social responsibility,” added Dunkel.

What might be of interest here is Interaction Associates’ broad definition of leadership.  It seems like their approach to leadership is one that distributes responsibilities across a large number of workers, versus a centralized approach to authority and management.