Companies need leaders. Here’s how to stand out

Companies are struggling with the rise of  AI, high levels of employee burnout, and managing hybrid teams. Now, there’s a new challenge: no one wants to be a leader. 

According to DDI’s 2025 HR Insights report, based on a survey of 2,185 HR professionals and 10,796 leaders, 75% of companies prioritize promoting employees to leadership roles from within. However, less than 20% of Chief Human Resource Officers say they actually have employees who are ready to fill critical leadership roles.