Assessment - First time leader

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First-Time Leader Assessment

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1. When facing a challenging decision that affects your team, how do you typically approach it?

I make the decision quickly based on my instincts

I gather some input but ultimately decide alone

I involve my team in the decision-making process

I balance team input with strategic considerations and make informed decisions

2. How comfortable do you feel giving constructive feedback to team members?

Very uncomfortable - I avoid it when possible

Somewhat uncomfortable - I do it but it feels awkward

Moderately comfortable - I can do it when necessary

Very comfortable - I see it as essential for growth

3. When your team faces conflicting priorities or unclear direction, you typically:

Feel overwhelmed and struggle to provide clear guidance

Try to handle everything yourself to avoid confusion

Work with the team to prioritize and clarify expectations

Create clarity by aligning priorities with strategic goals and communicating transparently

4. How do you balance being approachable with maintaining authority?

I struggle with this balance daily

I tend to lean too far in one direction

I'm finding my rhythm but it's still challenging

I feel confident in maintaining both connection and leadership presence

5. When a team member's performance is below expectations, your first instinct is to:

Hope it improves on its own or do the work yourself

Address it directly but feel uncertain about the approach

Have a conversation to underscore expectations and offer support

Investigate root causes, provide targeted support, and create a clear improvement plan

6. How well do you feel you understand your own leadership style and its impact on others?

I'm still figuring out what kind of leader I am

I have some sense but often question my approach

I understand my style but want to develop it further

I have clear self-awareness and actively adapt my style to different situations

7. When you need to delegate an important task, you:

Often end up doing it yourself because it's easier

Delegate but worry and check in frequently

Delegate with clear expectations and appropriate check-ins

Match tasks to team members' strengths and provide the right level of support

8. How confident do you feel navigating the political and relationship dynamics in your organization?

Not confident at all - it feels like a minefield

Somewhat confident but often unsure of the right approach

Moderately confident - I'm learning as I go

Very confident - I understand the dynamics and navigate them effectively

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