TAKING STOCK

It isn't easy to see ourselves the way others see us. But a clear-eyed look at the image others have of you is essential for understanding the extent to which your image is helping or hindering your effectiveness. Answering the following questions will give you a good start toward assessing your image.

images What three words would you use to describe your leadership image? What words would your boss use? What words would your direct reports use? What about other constituencies?

images What feedback have you received about your image and the way ...

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