Leadership Competency Assessment

Rate yourself from 1 (Needs Significant Development) to 5 (Exceptional Strength) in each area below:

1. Strategic Vision
   • __ Ability to see the big picture
   • __ Setting clear goals and objectives
   • __ Planning for long-term success
   • __ Anticipating future challenges
2. Communication Skills
   • __ Active listening
   • __ Clear and concise messaging
   • __ Public speaking
   • __ Written communication
3. Team Management
   • __ Delegating effectively
   • __ Providing constructive feedback
   • __ Motivating others
   • __ Building team cohesion
4. Decision Making
   • __ Problem-solving ability
   • __ Risk assessment
   • __ Taking responsibility
   • __ Making timely decisions
5. Emotional Intelligence
   • __ Self-awareness
   • __ Empathy
   • __ Conflict resolution
   • __ Stress management

Analysis Guide

After rating yourself in each area:

1. Identify your top 3 highest-rated competencies - these are your leadership strengths
2. Note your 3 lowest-rated areas - these are your development opportunities
3. Create an action plan focusing on improving one development area at a time

<aside> 💡 Tip: Revisit this assessment every 3-6 months to track your progress and adjust your development focus areas.

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Development Planning Template