Sari Wilde

Sari Wilde, managing vice president at Gartner Research and co-author of 'The Connector Manager,' shares insights from her extensive research on management styles. She reveals that the most effective managers are 'connectors,' promoting peer learning and collaboration. Wilde discusses the crisis of confidence among leaders and the impact of digitalization on management. She emphasizes the importance of fostering trust and strong relationships within teams, advocating for a transformation in managerial approaches to enhance employee development and engagement.

In this insightful discussion, Sari Wilde, a managing vice president at Gartner and co-author of "The Connector Manager," reveals surprising findings from her study of 5,000 managers. She highlights the effectiveness of 'connector' managers who build exceptional talent through fostering productive interactions rather than constant oversight. Wilde explains how these managers navigate workplace challenges, prioritize collaboration, and strategically enhance employee development. Learn the key traits that make connector managers indispensable in today's dynamic organizations.