Yet another Self Assessment (of Leadership)

Relating Skills:
Most people would say that you are a likable person. You relate well to all kinds of people. You make other people feel at ease. You are genuinely interested in other people. And you naturally build relationships by inquiring about people’s interests, priorities, and perspectives. After spending time with you, people feel like they matter. Your positive, affirming nature makes others feel important and valued. People are quick to offer the same respect and consideration back to you.

Acting with Honor and Character:
You know what you stand for. Your actions are rooted in a stable set of values. You can be counted on to act consistently and stay true to your word. Others trust you because your beliefs and actions match. People see you walking your talk. They sense your authenticity and your character.

Managing Diverse Relationships:
You seek out people with different points of view and different backgrounds. Even though you acknowledge that it takes a little more time and more deliberate communication, you see the value that a diversity of perspectives and experiences contributes. You are open and collaborative. You share and communicate well. You seek to understand, accommodate, and leverage differences.

Dealing With Trouble:
You are willing to stick your neck out. You have the courage to challenge the status quo and bring up ideas that may make others uncomfortable. People count on you to stand up, speak your mind respectfully, and not let others off the hook. It’s something they admire about you because they know it’s not easy to do. With you, people know where they stand. You do not hesitate to confront problem performers, deal with conflict, or deliver negative feedback. Your approach is productive, not threatening. And you are able to keep your own personal feelings in check. Challenge, conflict, and hardship do not deter you from leading. In fact, you are energized by tough challenges.

Getting Organized:
You are steady and calm in situations that others find overwhelming. When you are faced with ever-increasing demands, when you are under pressure to keep up the pace, you approach your work with focused attention and careful planning. You manage your time well. You have the ability to call upon the appropriate resources at a moment’s notice in order to advance the project or deliverable. You are constantly monitoring, thinking ahead, and making timely adjustments in order to avoid obstacles and keep things moving on track.