The Little Book of Leadership Development

[47]Set Aside Time for Self-Evaluation

WE ALL KNOW people who have no clue as to how they “come off” to others around them. Self-evaluations are one way to develop leadership capacity on an ongoing basis. These do not need to be cumbersome processes. For instance, it may be two simple questions, such as “What are you doing well in our department?” and “Where could you improve?” By helping your team members reflect on their work, you develop their awareness, which, in turn, develops your “bench strength.”

Of course, you will run into some people who have no idea that they need to improve, but you still need to start the conversation at some point. This tool is an opportunity to begin chipping away and helping team members see another point of ...