An emerging issue in the field of training and development is the increasing demand of global leaders for organizations to compete in the global market. While models have been created to assist with the development of global leaders, researchers have found that many organizations prefer not to integrate these models into their training unless there is an immediate need. We reviewed the literature to understand globalization, leadership models, how organizations can enhance leadership development to increase their competitiveness, and the effects of global leaders on employee performance. The COVID-19 pandemic impacted global leadership development and caused greater challenges to organizations. Organizations should enhance their current training models so that leaders can develop the skills needed to navigate a post-pandemic work environment and match the fresh mindsets of employees. Reflections and suggestions are made regarding the future of global leadership development.