At PBC, we’ve spent decades helping organisations measure and improve leadership. Why? Because leadership drives engagement, and engagement drives performance. Yet so many organisations still get leadership wrong.
Our new whitepaper, The Core5 Model of Leadership Effectiveness, introduces a powerful framework that distills what the very best leaders do differently. It combines years of research, Hogan Personality Assessments, Hogan 360 data, and the Hogan Competency Model to give leaders and organisations a clear roadmap to success.
The Five Core Competencies That Set Elite Leaders Apart
Through our research, we’ve identified five meta-competencies that consistently define effective leaders. Together, they form the Core5 Model of Leadership Effectiveness:
- Credibility – Acting with integrity, reliability, and professionalism. Leaders with credibility coordinate resources efficiently and set the tone for quality and accountability.
- Emotional Intelligence – Managing stress, showing empathy, and building strong relationships. These leaders are resilient, considerate, and skilled at bringing people together.
- Achievement Focus – Competitive and driven, they set clear goals, push for results, and take initiative without waiting for direction.
- Strategic – Visionary leaders who think big-picture, make smart decisions, and drive innovation, even in the face of obstacles.
- Inspiring – Leaders who motivate and influence others, build high-performing teams, and create environments where people want to give their best.
These five dimensions are measurable and improvable, and they link directly to leadership performance
Why Leadership Matters More Than Ever
The whitepaper makes it clear: leadership is the most consequential force in business. It shapes culture, drives engagement, and ultimately determines results. As Dr. Robert Hogan says, “Leadership is a resource for the group. It should be evaluated in terms of team performance compared to other teams engaged in the same activity.”
Elite leaders don’t just manage tasks—they align people to purpose, strategy, and performance. They understand that being an employer of choice means building winning teams, enriching the customer experience, and creating workplaces where people thrive.
From Insight to Impact
The Core5 Model isn’t just theory. It’s designed to be practical, evidence-based, and actionable. Using Hogan assessments and coaching, leaders can:
- Build self-awareness and identify derailers.
- Translate 360 feedback into targeted development.
- Invest in high-performing teams as the true unit of performance.
- Drive strategic clarity and engagement across the organisation.
Download the full whitepaper to explore how the Core5 can transform leadership capability in your organisation.
