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There is no doubt that George Osborne's living wage, to be launched next year, is a policy with its heart in the right place. For example, more than three and a half million women, almost 30 percent of the female workforce, will receive a pay rise as a result of the legislation.

Effective leaders are, understandably, viewed as key to organisational success. Good leaders are felt to improve employee engagement, productivity and retention.