Background

The Center for Creative Leadership has long conducted groundbreaking research on derailment, contrasting those people who make it to the top with those who derail. These studies identify characteristics that make the difference between continuing to advance and derailing—that is, leaving the organization involuntarily or reaching a plateau. This research has been subsequently confirmed by data from Benchmarks, CCL’s comprehensive 360-degree assessment tool that identifies strengths and development needs, encourages and guides change, and offers strategic insights for middle and upper-middle managers and executives.