Leadership in 2025 isn’t about innovation or progress—it’s about survival. Economic instability, workforce disengagement, and AI disruption are hitting hard, and too many leaders are stumbling over the same old pitfalls. In a nutshell, these are the five critical challenges leaders are facing (and often failing to address)

Those who fail to step up will soon find themselves irrelevant in a landscape that no longer tolerates outdated leadership.

Toxic leadership damages morale, productivity, and mental well-being. If you’re working for a difficult boss, it’s essential to recognise the signs of toxicity and take control where you can.

In this article, we break down the seven key emotional behaviours of toxic bosses and how Business EQ assessments can help you assess, manage, and improve workplace dynamics - whether for yourself or your organisation.