The Fortune 500 is a benchmark for corporate size, success and stability. But if you compare the current list with the one from the year 2000, more than half of the companies are gone. It’s a profound indicator of how fast business is changing—despite long, proud histories, brand strength, growth and performance. And this relentless pace of change will only continue to accelerate. The next generation of leaders must embrace timeless management essentials, while developing new leadership qualities and capabilities.
 
These qualities and capabilities must address rapidly changing business environments including:
 

• Unforeseen new ...