Preparing young adults to become public sector leaders

This article highlights the need for leader development for young professionals as early as possible in the college experience, particularly for those who will work in the public sector. The public sector has typically not provided the level of leadership training, education, and development often afforded new leaders in the private sector. This article provides insight into four assessments (Benchmarks for Managers, Workplace Big 5, Six Domains Leadership Survey, and Skillscope) that are suited for assessing leadership in the public sector and implications for preparing young adults to take on leadership roles in this sector.