1. Why do you think that there’s a huge gap in theory (what we know we should do) and practice (what we’re actually doing) of leadership development? 2. What are some reasons that companies might not be addressing Gen Y leadership development programs?

1. Theories are based on assumptions.  It is practice that verifies the underlying assumptions behind every theory, using real-life experiences.   If theories are not put to use, they remain theories with untested assumptions.

2. The current leadership does not understand the millennials.  The millennials are operating with tools that look too sophisticated for the current leadership.  There is much confusion between what the Gen Y millennials want to achieve and the expected achievement targets being set by the current leadership. Leadership development programs for the Gen Y can only be implemented when misunderstanding is removed.

Explanation:

Leadership development includes all the processes that expand the capacities of individuals to perform in leadership positions by facilitating the execution of a company's strategy, building alignments, and winning mindsets while growing the capabilities of others to succeed the current leaders.