How do business executives make crucial decisions? Often by relying on their keen intuitive skills, otherwise known as their "gut." But what exactly is gut instinct and how does it work? Scientists have recently uncovered some provocative clues that may change the way you work.

These essential skills are never taught in school, but they will pay dividends for your entire life. "Anyone who stops learning is old whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays strong." - Henry Ford We often focus only on learning skills that are directly pertinent to our jobs during the busy workweek.

Executive Summary The leadership development industry is thriving and there are a lot of new and interest ideas being put forward. But despite many changes in our context-as organizations have become more democratic and networked, for example-in its fundamentals leadership has not changed over the years.