3 patterns of successful IT leaders

Deloitte Consulting's global 2015 CIO survey of more than 1,200 IT executives, with nearly half coming from Fortune 500 companies, asked respondents to select the top competencies that an effective technology leader needs today. Respondents overwhelmingly selected the following six traits:Influence with internal stakeholders.
Talent management.
Technology vision and leadership.
Communication skills.
Understanding of strategic business priorities.
The ability to lead complex, fast-changing enviro