Great leadership isn’t just about managing people - it’s about understanding your team, guiding them and making smart, confident decisions. But recent research from Gartner suggests that organisations are facing a leadership gap as a result of poor development. 

Gartner research reveals that 75% of HR leaders say their managers are overwhelmed by the growing scope of their roles and 71% don’t believe they are successfully developing their midlevel managers.

This shows a clear gap in leadership development and highlights the need for new, practical ways to spot and shape potential within teams. 

Real connection builds real leadership

Traditional leadership training often falls short because it’s too focused on theory and lacks real-life application. Gartner recommends a new approach: giving leaders opportunities for repeated interaction through both structured learning and social experiences. This helps build lasting relationships and support networks, which are vital for leadership growth.

Our team building experiences create exactly this type of environment. Teams work together, reflect on their actions and build trust, all while tackling fun and thought-provoking challenges. It’s an engaging way to build leadership from the inside out.

Invest in your future leaders

Team building is not just about having a good day out - it’s about building confidence, recognising potential and shaping the future of your organisation. According to Gartner’s research, leaders who take part in learning activities that involve working closely with their peers are 18% more likely to succeed at an executive level.

Why team building works

Our in-person and virtual team building experiences are designed to give colleagues real-world challenges to help senior managers spot leadership talent that might otherwise go unnoticed.

By stepping outside the usual work environment, staff reveal hidden skills, take initiative and show how they perform under pressure. It’s a great way to uncover natural leaders while also encouraging teamwork, creativity and morale.

Let Team Challenge Company help you find and develop the leaders your business needs. Contact our team today to learn more about our bespoke team building programmes.