The research finds that millennials place an extremely high value on integrity.

A strong need for approval and fear of failure creates a tension within millennials’ identity.

‘I think I am quite reliant on how the people see me and what other people think of me as a leader.’

Millennial leaders are aiming to create a culture where relationships flourish, and collaboration and teamwork are priorities.

There is a strong desire for purpose to be a driving factor in the workplace.

‘One of the best things about millennials is collaboration and the way in which we work in teams.’

There is a strong commitment to developing others alongside personal growth and development.

Positive past experience of mentoring, coaching and learning on the job make one-to-one leadership development models the most highly sought-after.

‘I think what I love most is seeing other people develop.’

Millennial leaders are desiring and struggling with whole-life balance.

Millennials’ biggest challenge cited in leading was conflict management.

‘Always found work-life balance quite a hard issue to grapple with for the reason that I think if you are really passionate about what you do and why you are doing it then that will overflow [into all areas of life].’

The majority of millennial leaders noted that they had benefitted by being given early leadership opportunities within their church.

‘when I was growing up [the church] gave me opportunities to lead. I think that’s been really helpful to me in my development as a leader.’