Not All Competencies Are Leadership CompetenciesRussell Reynolds Associates, a global executive search firm, distinguishes between three broad competency sets to better identify and recommend candidates that are most likely to meet all three competency areas:Industry-Related Competencies (Industry expertise)• Industry knowledge• Client focus• Global perspectiveImplementation Competencies (How things get done)• Flexibility and adaptability• Communication skills• Results orientationLeadership Competencies (Setting overall direction and enhancing development)• Strategic agility (including vision)• Integrity and trust• Developing subordinatesSource: Cantor (2005).