Thursday, May 31, 2012

Are you a LEADER or a "Downside Manager"?

Are you a LEADER or a "Downside Manager"?


How does my leadership rank? 
1 - Not at all like me                  2 - Somewhat like me                        3 - Exactly like me

1. I know what motives each member of my team.
              1              2             3
2.  Each member of my team knows exactly how they contribute to the overall mission of the company or department.
              1              2             3
3. I have told each member of my team, in specific terms, how they are valued by the company within the last month.
              1              2             3
4. I have defined training (formal and informal training) plan for each team member to help them improve their contribution to the organization.
              1              2             3
5. Every team member has an up to date career plan.
              1              2             3
6. I meet with my team members at least quarterly to review their contributions, goals and expectations.
              1              2             3

Results: 
1- 8 - You have are a "downside" manager.
9-14 - You are trying to engage your team with "traditional" models.
15-18 - You are leading your team by treating them as unique and valued members.

Evaluation:
What are 3 things that need to change in order for your score to improve? 

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