6 Leadership Shifts That Transform Teams From Ordinary to Extraordinary
14-Jan-2026 16:40 - 17:00
This session presents new insights from CCL’s survey of 417 middle managers across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, exploring the six pivotal leadership shifts that are essential for KSA middle managers to thrive in today’s complex landscape. Grounded in the real experiences of hundreds of Saudi managers, these findings are both a wake-up call and a call to action.
Key Points Covered:
Key Points Covered:
- The Reality of Middle Management in KSA:
What 417 Saudi middle managers say about the pressures, expectations, and opportunities in their roles. - Six Essential Leadership Shifts:
The core behaviors and mindsets that distinguish effective middle managers—and where gaps most often appear. - Where Leaders Struggle Most:
The disconnects between what organizations expect and what managers feel equipped to deliver. - Turning Insight Into Action:
Practical, research-based steps middle managers can take to strengthen impact, alignment, and team performance.
Speakers
Gihan Abuelela
As a Senior Leadership Solution Partner and Applied Research Scientist, Gihan designs high-impact leadership solutions for major government and private-sector institutions across the GCC, with a strong focus on Saudi Arabia. Her work blends research..
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