How Honed Are Your Leadership Skills?
Every now and then I like to force myself [and others who read this newsletter] to take a moment to assess the quality of their leadership skills.
We all know that the caliber of leadership in any team or organization plays a critical role in the levels of success and harmony that can be achieved. Never has that need been greater than it is in today’s environment.
Take this Self-Quiz to determine whether your leadership skills are honed to a keen edge.
I’ve become more comfortable delegating tasks and managing the performance of others than doing things myself.
Before committing to a decision, I ask myself if it will serve my purpose. I say “No” to requests for my time and attention that are not aligned with my purpose.
Coworkers and those who report directly to me trust me and my effectiveness as a leader.
I successfully enroll others in my vision and influence their behavior at work.
It’s less what I say and more what I do that affects how others perceive my leadership ability, so I make sure to “walk my talk.”
It can be daunting to confront the issues, obstacles and people that block success. But in doing so, I model courage, persistence, and a “can-do” attitude.
I hold myself accountable for my actions and the actions of my team/department. I don’t make excuses.
I will not be able to please everyone, and I understand that leadership is not a popularity contest.
I view problems as opportunities to excel. In fact, I focus on the opportunities in every problem. I know a positive attitude can make a project or objective succeed.
I seek opportunities for education and skills enhancement, as I want to continuously grow my abilities.
Everything in my organization/department/team, both good and bad, is a reflection of my leadership. If things need to change, I’m willing to change first.
I don’t avoid difficult conversations with those who are not performing to their best standards.
I plan meetings to keep them short and effective and I keep them on track.
I treat others how I want to be treated, with respect and dignity; this includes praising in public but expressing displeasure in private.
I am open to new suggestions and receptive to bad news without placing blame.
I don’t hog credit and kudos but I welcome the opportunity to attribute them freely to my team.
I regularly communicate the company’s mission and vision to my team. I welcome their feedback.
If you answered true to 10 or more statements, keep up the good work! If you had fewer than 10 true answers, you still have some work to do.
While all of our skills are usually a work-in-progress, taking the time to assess and to hone your leadership skills should be your number one priority. You owe it to yourself and to those who follow you.
If you’re ready to hone your leadership skills, we are ready to help. This will be the last week we will be offering you the entire five-moduleBrilliant Leader Program for $195.00. Enter coupon code: BLPSPECIALOFFER when you check out. Don’t wait. When March is gone so will this special pricing.