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HR GAMECHANGERS: EPISODE 16

The Leadership Reset: Essential Leadership Skills for 2026 and Beyond

The Leadership Reset: Essential Leadership Skills for 2026 and Beyond

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SPEAKERS
Shauna Geraghty, SVP, Global Head of People and Talent, Talkdesk
Shauna Geraghty

SVP, Global Head of People and Talent, Talkdesk

Paige Maisonet, Chief People Officer, Newfront
Paige Maisonet

Chief People Officer, Newfront

Alyxa Lease, SVP, People & Culture, Articore
Alyxa Lease

SVP, People & Culture, Articore

MODERATOR
Janelle Henry, Talent and Brand, Stripe
Janelle Henry

Talent and Brand, Stripe

About this event

In Episode 16 of HR GameChangers, we explored the essential skills leaders must master in 2026 to build resilient, inclusive, and people-centered organizations while navigating digital change.
During this session, speakers covered:
  • Resilience in uncertainty: How leaders can stay adaptable and calm in a fast-changing world.
  • Inclusive leadership: Building teams that thrive on diverse perspectives and equitable opportunities.
  • Digital empathy: Connecting authentically with employees in hybrid and digital-first environments.
  • Healthy boundary-setting: Leading with balance to protect well-being while maintaining high performance.
  • Future-ready mindset: Cultivating continuous learning and adaptability to guide organizations into 2026 and beyond.

Across the conversation, one central theme emerged: effective leadership today depends less on control and more on resilience, adaptability, and trust. Preparing people for constant change, aligning leaders around clarity and inclusion, and creating space for healthy boundaries help organizations move forward with confidence. When leaders model transparency, empathy, and continuous learning, change becomes a source of growth — not burnout.

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Key takeaways

Resilience Builds Stability

Trust grows when leaders communicate early, acknowledge uncertainty, and lead with transparency.

Leaders Set the Tone

By modeling balance, empathy, and continuous learning, leaders influence how teams show up and adapt.

Design for Inclusion

Inclusive leadership requires intentional systems that invite diverse perspectives and ensure every voice is heard.

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