Tools for Leading People

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Self-Evaluation: Characteristics of Effective Leadership

The questions below relate to characteristics of effective leaders. Use the questions to evaluate whether you possess these characteristics. Use the results to see where you might focus to strengthen your leadership skills.
Characteristics of Effective Leaders Yes No
Future-focused
1. Do you have a clear vision?
2. Have you made your vision clear to your group?
Persistent; tenacious
3. When pursuing a goal, do you maintain a positive, focused attitude, despite obstacles?
Comfortable with ambiguity
4. Are you willing to take calculated risks?
5. Are you comfortable with a certain level of disruption and ...

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