help to shape the Future of Leadership in a Time of Uncertainty
Join a groundbreaking global study exploring how leaders adapt to uncertainty and what drives adaptability in organizations. This fully funded research initiative examines leadership resilience, decision-making, and the environmental factors shaping adaptability in today's changing world.
Only 500 companies will be selected.
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Why Adaptability is the #1 Leadership Skill
The Best Leaders Adapt Fast—Are You One Of Them?
In an era of unprecedented workplace uncertainty, leadership adaptability is the difference between thriving and falling behind.
Recent research highlights:
Organizations with high adaptability are 42% more likely to sustain long-term growth during volatility
Companies that invest in adaptability see 30% faster decision-making and 23% higher retention in times of change
Yet, 78% of organizations lack clear data on their leadership’s ability to adapt
This study helps you benchmark your leadership adaptability against global trends—providing research-driven insights to navigate uncertainty.
A Data-Driven Initiative to Measure & Benchmark Leadership Adaptability
The Leadership Adaptability Global Research Study (GRS) is a fully funded $1M research initiative exploring how leaders navigate change. Backed by scientific research and Adaptability Intelligence (AQ®) assessments proven science, this study helps mid-to-large organizations quantify and benchmark leadership adaptability at scale.
By participating, your organization will receive:
20 AQ Assessments to measure leadership adaptability worth $1,700.
Individual Adaptability Reports for participating leaders.
Global benchmarking against other top-performing organizations.
Fully funded access thanks to our sponsors, ensuring there is no cost to participate.
DECODE Your Leadership Edge – Apply Today
Be one of 500 forward-thinking companies to gain exclusive leadership adaptability insights at no cost.
Apply NowDr. Marshall Goldsmith & AQai
Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, one of the Top Ten Business Thinkers in the World and the #1 Executive Coach, has shaped the future of leadership through his bestselling books and transformational coaching. His insights have helped leaders across industries embrace adaptability as a defining skill for success.
Alongside Dr. Goldsmith, AQai is pioneering the science of Adaptability Intelligence (AQ®)—helping organizations measure, understand, and develop adaptability at scale. Through this global research study, we aim to uncover what truly drives adaptive leadership in 2025 and beyond.
Marshall Goldsmith on Adaptability: Insights from the World's #1 Leadership Coach
Collaborate or Sponsor the World’s Largest Leadership Adaptability Study
Are you a Global Organization, Research Institution, or industry leader looking to shape the future of leadership? This study offers exclusive research access, industry positioning, and global visibility through co-branded reports, major HR and business events, and media features.
Multinational Corporations: Ensure your leadership teams are future-ready by benchmarking against global adaptability trends
Professional Networks & Associations: Offer exclusive, research-driven insights to your members on leadership adaptability.
Global Business Schools & Executive Education Programs: Enhance executive education and research with real-world data.
Media & Publishing Companies: Gain early access to pioneering leadership research and exclusive publishing opportunities.
Government and Policy Organizations: Use data to inform policy, workforce strategy, and economic transformation.
Future of Work & Innovation Think Tanks: Strengthen your credibility as a leading voice in workplace transformation.
Academic & Research Institutions: Develop evidence-based insights on how leaders thrive in uncertainty.
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Key Benefits of Participating
Decode Leadership Intelligence
Gain data-driven insights into how your leaders respond to change, make decisions under pressure, and adapt to uncertainty. Each participant receives a personalized AQ report, helping them uncover strengths and areas for growth in their adaptability.
Global Benchmarking
Understand where you and your organization stand in a rapidly evolving business landscape. Compare your individual adaptability scores against global benchmarks, industry peers, and top-performing executives to identify key development opportunities.
Fully Funded Access
Participate in a $1M research initiative at absolutely no cost to your organization. This study is fully funded, with no hidden fees or commitments, allowing you to gain critical leadership intelligence risk-free.
Three Simple Steps to Unlock Leadership Insights
Enable critical leadership adaptability insights with a simple, streamlined process. In just three easy steps, your organization can assess its leadership agility, benchmark against top performers, and gain data-driven strategies to thrive in an ever-changing world. Here’s how it works:
Apply Online (3 Minutes) - Submit a quick application to confirm eligibility.
Assess Your Leadership Team. Invite 20 key leaders to take their AQme adaptability assessments.
Uncover your AQ® and see the Global Insights. Compare against top-performing organizations worldwide.
If you’re eager for more insights, you'll be able to explore additional opportunities to deepen your understanding of leadership adaptability after completing the study.
Get started now
Unlock your organization’s leadership potential by onboarding 20 of your leaders. Join us in contributing to global research and benchmarking for lasting impact.
Your organization has 200+ employees.
Your 20 leaders can complete the AQme assessment within 30 days of application approval.
You agree to share anonymized data for global research benchmarking.
Your Data is Secure- We Prioritize Trust & Security
ISO 27001 Certified – Highest global standards in data security.
GDPR Compliant – 100% transparency and data protection.
Anonymized data – No personal or company-sensitive information is disclosed.
What Leaders Are Saying
Hear directly from industry leaders on how adaptability is shaping the future of leadership in this exclusive video extract.
Paul Vanduyne - President and CEO, IMEG Corp
Jason Slater - Chief Digital and Innovation Officer, UNIDO
Unlock Your Leadership Edge – Apply Today
Be one of 500 forward-thinking companies to gain exclusive leadership adaptability insights at no cost.
Apply Now – Secure Your SpotHave Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
Participation is 100% funded by the research grant, with no hidden costs.
All data is anonymized and used exclusively for global benchmarking and research purposes.
Our process is simple, and our dedicated support team is available to assist you at every step.
Each leader will receive an individual AQme assessment report, providing personal insights into their adaptability strengths and areas for growth.
For this phase of the study, organizations will receive global benchmarking insights, but not a full team report. Individual reports are provided for participating leaders. If you're looking to get an exclusive organizational report, you can get in touch with us.
The application takes under 5 minutes, and once your application has been approved and your team invited, leaders can complete their AQ assessments within 20 minutes.
Organizations with 200+ employees that can have 20 leaders complete AQ assessments within 30 days of approval.
As a study partner, you will gain early access to key research insights, including global adaptability benchmarks and emerging leadership trends.
No, this is a research study designed to measure and benchmark leadership adaptability. However, participating leaders gain valuable self-awareness through their AQme assessment reports.
At this stage, the study is focused on mid-to-large organizations (200+ employees) to ensure statistically meaningful benchmarking.