Barry Conchie, founder of Conchie Associates, and Sarah Dalton, a partner at the same firm, unveil their research on leadership effectiveness. They identify five critical talents that predict extraordinary performance in leaders. The discussion highlights the importance of innate traits in hiring over mere likability, urging organizations to reassess their selection criteria. Barry and Sarah emphasize the need for diversity in teams and the role of self-assessment in leadership development. Listeners will gain insights into crafting effective interview questions to find top talent.