What makes an excellent leader?
Skills? Charisma? Experience?
Yes—and when you’re charged with leading a team, true excellence also comes from self-awareness, humility, and a commitment to grow.
The twist? Leaders often receive the least amount of feedback on their performance.
You’re less likely to get accolades—and equally less likely to receive course corrections or constructive suggestions.
So what can you do?
Take five minutes for a meaningful leadership assessment
Take five minutes—yes, just five—and give yourself a quick leadership assessment.
We have developed this tool after years of working with leaders and identifying the key components to healthy cultures. Every leader is different—and the most successful share some observable factors.
Once you've gotten your score, look back over the factors. Hone into what is most important right now for you by asking:
- Where do I feel confident, and why?
- Where do I feel less equipped?
- What tangible tools or support could help me lead better?
Simply notice. Let your observations simmer.
Then choose 1 action you can consistently take over the next three months to strengthen the area that will most impact your team’s success.
Great leaders don’t grow alone
You don’t have to go it alone. Once you've identified where you want to grow, tap into a colleague’s insight, reach out to a mentor, or lean on someone you admire for support and additional ideas. A fresh perspective can open doors to growth you might not see on your own—and it can re-energize your leadership in powerful ways.
And if you’re looking for tailored leadership development tools, we’re here for that too. Reach out and let’s talk about where you’re headed.
Pro tip
If you lead other leaders or are part of a leadership or management team, this quick leadership team assessment can help you get clear on strengths and stoppers, and our popular leadership development training will help you level up your leadership—fast.
