The document discusses the qualities of corporate leaders in the year of the leader. It notes that leaders bring a sense of aspiration to organizations and are known to both accept challenges and transform themselves and others from average to great. Future leaders will need to be agile, culturally sensitive, and collaborative to manage global and local issues. The example is given of Mrs. Ashok Ramchandra, the HR Director of Vodafone India, who sees the role of a leader changing to that of a partner, coach, guide, and strong support system.