{"id":39384,"date":"2025-08-28T08:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T12:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eptura.com\/?p=39384"},"modified":"2025-08-27T09:47:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T13:47:31","slug":"professional-development-for-future-leaders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/blog\/professional-development-for-future-leaders\/","title":{"rendered":"This month in FM trends: Professional development for future leaders"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As the hybrid work model and digital tools quickly evolve, there&#8217;s a growing need for facility and maintenance leadership focused on planning, tech integration, and creating a better employee experience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key takeaways<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Future leaders in facility and maintenance must integrate new technologies, especially AI, to enhance workplace efficiency and employee experience<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">s: Success depends on understanding how to leverage AI for better data analysis and decision-making<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strong communication skills, both with human colleagues and AI systems, are crucial for effective collaboration and problem-solving<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Leaders should be able to articulate their ideas clearly and work seamlessly with both people and technology<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Cultivating emotional intelligence and a continuous learning mindset is essential for staying adaptable and relevant<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: Leaders who are self-aware and open to learning can better navigate the challenges of the digital age and foster a positive work culture<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In fact, three out of four professional and financial services firms have either hired or are looking to hire digital workplace leaders to help guide this transition, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.eptura.com\/content-eptura-workplace-index-25.html?utm_campaign=2025Q2-GLBL-Content-Eptura-Workplace-Index&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_source=blog\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2025 Workplace Index<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> report.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At the same time, AI is starting to play a bigger role in many aspects of workspace management. While 77% of organizations say they plan to use AI to enhance employee experience, more than half admit their teams don\u2019t yet have the skills to make the most of these tools, according to the same report.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That gap highlights the need for upskilling and ongoing learning, making personal growth and development a key part of what it means to lead in today\u2019s workplace.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Self-improvement as a concept: A short history\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The idea of self-improvement has been around for centuries, though it\u2019s taken many forms depending on the era. In ancient Greece, philosophers like Socrates and Aristotle emphasized the pursuit of virtue and wisdom as a lifelong journey.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The goal wasn\u2019t just to be smarter. It was to live a better, more meaningful life. In the Enlightenment, thinkers like Benjamin Franklin kept detailed logs of personal habits and moral goals, treating self-improvement almost like a science experiment.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the modern era, especially after World War II, self-improvement began to evolve into a more structured and widely accessible movement. Psychology, personal development literature, and later digital tools helped make the movement more mainstream.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rather than being seen as a niche or philosophical pursuit, self-improvement became something people could actively work on in their daily lives.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Personal development starts with self-awareness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Personal development and self-awareness are essential for facility and workplace leaders. When leaders understand their own strengths, they\u2019re better equipped to guide teams, make informed decisions, and foster a positive work culture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.eptura.com\/demo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-39385\" src=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1-1024x307.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"840\" height=\"252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1-1024x307.webp 1024w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1-300x90.webp 300w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1-768x230.webp 768w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1-1536x461.webp 1536w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1-1200x360.webp 1200w, https:\/\/eptura.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/AI-in-blog-CTA-banner-1756x527-px-2-1.webp 1756w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In episode 365 of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/podcasts\/workplace-innovator\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Workplace Innovator<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> podcast, \u201c\u2019What You Can Bring to the Table\u2019 \u2013 Professional Development in Your Facility Management Journey,\u201d Richard Peterson, CFM, FMP, SFP, suggests some of the first questions to ask when trying to determine strengths, including, \u201cAre you especially intelligent? Are you conscientious? Are you a people person? Do you have communication skills, you know, grit, resilience?&#8221;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What about what you don\u2019t bring to the table?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Equally important is recognizing and managing your weaknesses. Leadership is not about being perfect. Instead, it\u2019s about being aware. The things we struggle with often have deeper roots, and learning to navigate them is part of the growth process.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Barry Conchie, author of a book on leadership and performance, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">explores this idea in the Workplace Innovator podcast episode \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/podcast\/workplace-innovator\/five-talents-that-really-matter-in-leadership\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2019Your Best Strengths\u2019 \u2013 The Five Talents That Really Matter in Leadership and the Workplace<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">He emphasizes that while it&#8217;s important to be aware of your weaknesses, the focus should be on managing them rather than trying to improve them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8220;You should pay attention to things that you don\u2019t do well. You should certainly look to manage things that you don\u2019t do well, but there\u2019s a reason why you don\u2019t do them well.&#8221;\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The approach relies on the idea that the return on investment from focusing purely on weaknesses is minimal and does not contribute to building world-class organizations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 aria-level=\"3\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">What are the pros and cons of strengths and weaknesses?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When it comes to personal and professional growth, there\u2019s an ongoing debate on whether it\u2019s better to double down on your strengths or invest time in improving your weaknesses. Both approaches have their advocates, but research offers some insights into how each strategy can impact performance, engagement, and leadership effectiveness.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The benefits of focusing on strengths include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Higher engagement and performance<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/councils\/forbescoachescouncil\/2020\/02\/06\/why-leaders-should-focus-on-strengths-not-weaknesses\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gallup research<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> shows employees who focus on their strengths are more confident, self-aware, and productive. This leads to better engagement and lower turnover<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Positive emotional impact<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/positivepsychology.com\/strengths-based-interventions\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Strengths-based strategies<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> often result in feelings of joy, energy, and motivation, which can enhance creativity and problem-solving<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Improved workplace outcomes<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/psycnet.apa.org\/record\/2024-45015-001\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">2024 study<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> found that strengths interventions significantly boosted job performance, organizational citizenship behavior, and engagement when strengths use increased over time<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">While the drawbacks can include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Risk of overconfidence<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/councils\/forbescoachescouncil\/2024\/04\/04\/the-dark-side-of-ego-how-an-inflated-sense-of-self-undermines-leadership\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Overemphasizing strengths<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> can lead to inflated egos or toxic behavior if not balanced with humility and accountability<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Neglect of critical weaknesses<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/careerminds.com\/blog\/leadership-blind-spots\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some weaknesses<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, especially those that impact team dynamics or leadership effectiveness, need attention. Ignoring them can hinder growth or cause blind spots<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited adaptability<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cvformat.io\/blog\/cross-training-strategies-building-flexible-workforce\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Relying solely on strengths<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> may reduce flexibility in roles that require a broader skill set or cross-functional capabilities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In the end, while strengths-based approaches do have a lot of support, there\u2019s also research that shows a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cipd.org\/globalassets\/media\/knowledge\/knowledge-hub\/evidence-reviews\/2023-pdfs\/2023-leadership-development-scientific-summary-8431.pdf\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">mixed model<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> that encourages strengths development while managing key weaknesses may be most effective, allowing individuals to thrive while still addressing areas that could limit their impact or collaboration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Strategy for growth: Continuous learning<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559738&quot;:160,&quot;335559739&quot;:80}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">An important element of self-improvement is continuous learning, which helps people stay adaptable and relevant in a fast-changing work environment. Whether it\u2019s gaining new technical skills, deepening emotional intelligence, or simply staying curious, the habit of learning fuels growth and opens new opportunities for impact and collaboration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For facility and maintenance managers, that often means understanding new technologies and finding ways to leverage them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In \u201c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/podcast\/workplace-innovator\/embracing-continuous-workplace-innovation\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2019Create a Culture\u2019 \u2013 Embracing Continuous Workplace Innovation at WORKTECH New York<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u201d Philip Ross, founder and CEO of UnGroup, suggests the integration of AI in workplaces will significantly reshape employee experiences and collaboration.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Part of his work focuses on the conversational nature of our interactions with AI. \u201cAs we\u2019re having a conversation now, we will be talking to our agentic agents and our AI experts in a very similar fashion.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In fact, on an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/discover-more\/podcast\/asset-champion\/chatbots-ai-and-the-future-of-fm-and-asset-management\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Asset Champion podcast episode<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, Ab DeWeese, author of \u201cEssential AI: Your All-in-One QuickStart to Using AI in Business and The Workplace,\u201d says effective communication with AI systems is becoming a critical skill for success.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">So, he encourages daily practice. \u201cThe only way you can do that is just to spend time every day interacting with these different things, whether they\u2019re for cute little projects or for planning a vacation or planning a meal for a family, just spend time conversing with them.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Stay on top of the trends in intelligent worktech and facility management<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Staying informed on the latest industry developments is critical for professional success. Workplace and facility management are constantly evolving with new technologies, regulations, and best practices, so staying well-informed is a key differentiator.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For more videos, podcasts, and webinars to keep you updated on the latest trends, visit our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/eptura.com\/resource\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">resource page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rather than being seen as a niche or philosophical pursuit, self-improvement became something people could actively work on in their daily 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